Poetry Writing
Description
This course is about the making of a poet - YOU! Writing poetry is a creative and imaginative process but getting it published is a very practical one. Our Poetry Writing Course is a clear and detailed course which will show you how to get your poetry into print.
Entrance Requirements
Basic literacy skills and a passion for writing!
Program Duration
Recommended 12 months of study
Programme Outcomes
Once you have completed the programme, you will be awarded a Certificate in Poetry Writing.
Accreditation
Please note that this programme is not registered on the NQF, and as such it is not a credit-bearing programme.
Entrance Requirements
Basic literacy skills and a passion for writing!
Program Duration
Recommended 12 months of study
Programme Outcomes
- Tactics for Winning - orientation and motivation for learners
- Definition of poetry o What is a poet? o A bit of history o Rhymed verse o Free verse o Blank verse o The voice of poetry
- Market research o Manuscript presentation o Imagery o Revision o Writer's rights
- Rhythm & meter o Syllabic meter o Accentual meter o Anapaest o Spring Rhythm o Stanzas, pauses, endings
- Free verse o Long-lined poetry o Short-lined poetry o Open field composition o Haiku o Humour o A small glossary
- Word choices o Publishing o Titles o Self publishing o Competitions o Poetry readings o Book list o Conclusions
Once you have completed the programme, you will be awarded a Certificate in Poetry Writing.
Accreditation
Please note that this programme is not registered on the NQF, and as such it is not a credit-bearing programme.