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Want to be a screenwriter? Register on our screenwriting course now

Ever dreamed of being a screenwriter? We can show you how.

Have you ever left the cinema disappointed that the film turned out the way it did, knowing that you could have made the same film great?

Or turned off the television as yet another dreary programme fails to capture your imagination?

Well, if you think you can do better, we’ll show you how. We can help you turn your creative vision into reality.

Our Diploma in Screenwriter course can open the door to a whole new world – and even a new way of life.

If you have the dream and the dedication, our course will give the tools you need to develop your skills and rewrite the script for your own life.

You may already have an idea, however vague, for a film or sitcom or TV series. You may have a burning ambition to be a screenwriter or you may simply be attracted by the thought of acquiring new skills.

Whatever your situation, our course can help.

Why our course?

By signing up for our course, you’ll be taking a huge step towards achieving your dreams.

Imagine the excitement of learning the skills you need to turn your story into that blockbusting action/adventure, or laugh-out-loud comedy or tragic tearjerker.

Think about the satisfaction you will get from creating that all-important plot or bringing that central character to life.

Picture the challenge of creating sparkling dialogue that has the audience hooked on every word or creating the surprise ending to beat all surprise endings.

Our Diploma in Screenwriter can show you how.

A reality check

We really believe our course can teach you what you need to know to transform your story from a jumble of ideas into a professionally presented manuscript.

But we cannot promise it will be easy. Writing a screenplay requires discipline and screenwriting is an art. And just like learning anything new, it can take time and a lot of practice but imagine how you will feel when you have that finished manuscript in front of you.

If you are serious about learning the art of the screenwriter, you provide the will and the dedication and our course will teach you the skills you need.

We don’t give empty promises. Above everything else, we encourage all our students to be realistic when signing up for our courses.

It would be easy to tell you that by doing this course, you’ll be able to quit your day job within a couple of months.

Easy, but wrong

What we can tell you is that the market for screenplays is growing and growing. And you don’t just have to take our word for it. You can see for yourself.

  • Every time you turn on the television, more channels appear, meaning more opportunities to sell your work. It is now almost impossible to put a figure on the number of channels because the increase has been so dramatic, both in the UK and the USA.
  • Every time you go to the cinema, a new film company is up there on the screen. You might not be able to sell your screenplay to the Hollywood big boys but there are plenty of independent producers out there looking for good material and on the lookout for new talent.
  • Films over the internet are now big business with many screenwriters using this medium to showcase their talent to the people that really matter.

And these ever-increasing markets mean only one thing – an ever-increasing opportunity for screenwriters to get their work on screen.

And with our course, that screenwriter can be you.

Right on course

If you’ve decided to do a screenwriting course, the chances are you’ve come across plenty of internet sites offering to teach you the secrets of the craft.

But before you sign up to any course, we’d like to suggest you ask yourself the following questions:

  • Will the course tell me what I need to know to get into screenwriting?
  • Will the course offer me the unique flexibility to study when it is convenient for me, not for someone else?
  • Will the course have been put together by expert writers with a passion for screenwriting and lots of experience of the real world of films and television?
  • Will I get a personal tutor who will give me honest, realistic feedback on my work?

Why choose the Institute’s Becoming A Screenwriter course? Because with our course you can answer "yes" to all these questions.

We honestly believe that our Becoming A Screenwriter course is one of the best around.

That’s not to say it is the cheapest but remember, you get what you pay for. How much do you really think you will get out of a cheap downloadable internet course?

If you are serious about becoming a screenwriter, then you are serious enough to invest in your future, and that investment is safe with us.

An expert approach

If you are going to invest in your future by taking a course, you need to know what you are getting.

Our Becoming a Screenwriter course has 13 modules that together cover everything you need to know about screenwriting, no matter what your skills and experience.

You could have been writing creatively for years or never have put pen to paper, our course will still unlock the secrets of screenwriting for you.

Already got an idea for a screenplay? This course will show you how to identify your genre, create believable characters, fine tune the story and pitch it to the experts.

Just want to have a go at breaking into the field? This course will show you where to draw inspiration from, teach you how transform that inspiration into compelling drama or comedy and get it onto the page.

Each module has been written by an expert in their field. Our writers boast a huge variety of backgrounds within screenwriting. They come from the world of academia (it is an educational course, after all) television, film production and marketing, to name just a few.

And because the course has been written by real, practising writers with a passion for screenwriting, you can be sure they really do know what they are talking about.

So when you encounter obstacles on your screenwriting journey, such as writers’ block, you can rest assured that the advice comes from people who really do know what they are writing about.


What’s in the course?

The 13 modules cover the whole field of screenwriting for both films on the big screen and programmes on television.
Each section has been covered by a writer in the know, someone who wants to share their expertise with you and help you realise your creative dream.

To give you a feel for what the course covers, here are some of the topics:

  • Inspiration– does your family history hold the key to that great screenplay? It could and our course can show you how.
  • Dialogue – have you tried writing a screenplay and ended up with a cast of characters that all sound the same? Don’t worry. It’s an easy mistake to make and we can show you how to avoid it.
  • Genre – not sure whether your film idea is science fiction or fantasy? We can show you how to pick your genre, target your audience and ensure your film is a success.
  • Setting the scene – do you know how an environment can alter an audience’s perceptions and expectations of a film or television series? Our course can show you how to pick the right background for your masterpiece.
  • Formatting – did you know that scripts have to be set out in precise ways? Our course will show you how to ensure that your work is presented in the most professional way possible and tell you about the software that can cut your workload.
  • Marketing – if you want to have the best chance of seeing your work on screen, you’ve got to know how the film and television industries work. Our course raises the curtain on who to contact, how to approach them and how to make that all-important pitch.

Going the distance

As well as the quality of the course material, here at the Institute we believe in distance learning and we are committed to producing top quality courses for our students.

If you have made the decision to study screenwriting, we believe that our distance learning package offers the ideal solution for you. Its advantages over other methods of study are obvious.

With our busy lifestyles, not everyone can get to college or evening classes or make a commitment to such a regular appointment to learn.

And who really wants to be stuck in a classroom at the end of a busy day?

With our course you can study when you want.

While the internet may seem an attractive alternative, not everyone wants to set their alarm for three in the morning just to be part of an on-line seminar for a course.

With our distance learning package, you are the one in control. Once you register, you will receive the whole course, all 13 modules, allowing you a unique flexibility in planning your learning.

You can draw up your own timetable, choose your own pace and as all your material is bound and in printed form, there’s no hunting around for stray internet printouts or trawling the favourites on your computer after you’ve lost a page.

You can even study the modules in whichever way you choose. While the complete course covers everything you need to know about screenwriting, its structure allows you to focus on what you need to first.

So if its character development you’re struggling with, pick up that module, or you need some inspiration, pick up that module.

Remember, all the course materials are totally portable so you can study wherever, as well as whenever, you like.
Additionally, the cost of the course is much lower than traditional on-campus courses because many of our faculty work from home. Also, we save the costs of maintaining on-campus facilities, and can put that money to better use by providing a higher quality syllabus.

You pay just a one-time fee, which is all-inclusive. No hidden fees and no nasty surprises later!

You’re not on your own

But we don’t just send out the courses and let you get on with it. No. Our courses offer a very interactive learning experience.

Every student is assigned a personal tutor experienced in screenwriting. They will be with you every step of the way providing a personal, friendly and confidential contact to guide you on your journey to becoming a screenwriter.

At the end of each module, there is an assignment on the featured material which will be marked by your personal tutor.

They can give you all the objective advice and feedback you need, helping you to get the maximum benefit from the course and ensuring your work is the given expert attention you would expect from a professional learning organisation.
You have taken the time and trouble to invest in your future and that is as important to us as it is to you.

We want to do everything we can to help you succeed, and assigning you a personal tutor ensures that you will get the most you possibly can out of the course.

Whatever your problem, whatever the trouble, your personal tutor will work with you to find an answer.

Each module also contains self-assessment exercises allowing you to check and test what you have learned so far.

We believe that the combination of a personal tutor and self-assessment provides a powerful learning experience which enables you not only to enjoy your learning but to learn how to enjoy your writing.

Believe in yourself

We know that screenwriting is a dream career, something people fantasize about while stuck behind their desks in a nine to five job or stuck at the sink doing dishes.

And, as we’ve said, we believe all students need to be realistic about exactly what they can achieve.

But we also want you to know that becoming a screenwriter is far from impossible.

Check out the backgrounds of some of the most powerful people in television and film and you’ll see that the muse of success can strike anyone and everyone.

We look forward to helping you succeed.

With best wishes

Rana Das
Course Director

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