Introduction to Writing Poetry
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The Introduction to Writing Poetry course will guide you through the core principles of writing poems. Taught by published poets in historic literary Bloomsbury and derived by the team behind the successful and highly respected MA Creative Writing, this course will introduce you to the skills you need to compose great poems.
You will be taught how to use both traditional and modern forms to compose your own poems. A vibrant combination of interactive lectures and workshops will spark your inspiration and you will learn how to edit your work in a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
The Introduction to Writing Poetry course will cover key concepts such as:
- the line break
- the sonnet
- the villanelle
- ghazal
- prose poetry
- the cut-up technique
- ekphrasis.
Whether you are a beginner in writing poetry or a professional looking to further refine your craft, the Introduction to Writing Poetry course will build your knowledge and practice to support your goals. Each session will cover a different aspect of the craft of poetry, and by the end of the course you should feel more confident in composing your own work.
As a learner on this course, you will study alongside fellow professionals wishing to enhance their knowledge in the subject area, giving you the opportunity to make connections with like-minded colleagues and network.
You will receive a Birkbeck certificate of participation upon completion of the course.
This course is non-credit bearing, so carries no credit points.
Fees
Students are charged a tuition fee for each short course on registering. Please view details for this course, including dates, location and fees at the top of this page. Short course fees may be subject to annual inflationary increases. For more information, please see our Fees Policy.
Discount information
We offer a 20% discount to Birkbeck students, alumni and staff. If you are eligible to claim this discount, please contact the Innovation Support Unit so that we can process your booking.
Entry Requirements
Most of our short courses have no formal entry requirements and are open to all students.
This short course has no prerequisites.
As part of the registration process, you may be required to submit a copy of a suitable form of ID.
International students who wish to come to the UK to study a short course can apply for a Visitor visa. Please note that it is not possible to obtain a Student visa to study a short course.
How to Register
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