Writing for Screen

Description

In this subject, students will be introduced to the history of screenwriting and the principles of the craft of writing scripts for screen. Students will develop an understanding of contemporary industrial screenwriting practices. Students will read and respond to a variety of scripts written for screen and will also be required to write a short original screenplay. This subject is highly recommended for students intending to take Advanced Screenwriting and/or Writing Videogames and Live Performance. Teaching Period: 2 March 2026 to 31 May 2026 Assessment Information: Description Timing Percentage A creative response to an existing screenplay 1000 words From Week 4 to Week 6 30% A pitch of a creative project, comprising an oral presentation to class (3 minutes) and a written summary (300 words) 500 words (equivalent) From Week 6 to Week 8 20% An original script for screen, a draft of which MUST undergo development and workshopping in class during semester, with accompanying revised written pitch 2000 words (equivalent) During the examination period 50% Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures. Throughout the teaching period N/A Hurdle requirement: 2. Assessment hurdle requirement: All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Throughout the semester N/A Additional details Late penalty requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval.