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Screenwriting & Scriptwriting
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
7 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price) (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

The Screenwriting & Scriptwriting – QLS Endorsed course provides learners with the creative and technical skills needed to craft compelling scripts for film, television, and digital media. The UK screenwriting and film industry is booming, with revenue growth exceeding 8% annually, highlighting the increasing demand for talented writers who can deliver engaging stories across multiple platforms.

This course is ideal for aspiring screenwriters, content creators, and media professionals looking to develop storytelling, character development, and narrative structure skills. UK screenwriters typically earn between £25,000 and £45,000 per year, with opportunities for higher earnings through freelance projects or production deals.

Learners will explore story arcs, dialogue, pacing, and formatting, gaining the expertise to transform ideas into professional-grade scripts. Enrol now to unlock your creative potential and establish a career in one of the most dynamic and rewarding areas of the media industry.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Develop original story ideas and transform them into structured screenplays for film or television.
  • Create multi-dimensional characters and compelling dialogue to enhance narrative engagement.
  • Apply genre-specific writing techniques to craft scripts suitable for different audiences.
  • Construct coherent plot arcs with conflict, tension, and resolution for professional scripts.
  • Format scripts according to industry standards for submission and production purposes.
  • Edit and revise screenplays to improve clarity, pacing, and overall storytelling quality.
  • Develop short films and feature-length scripts with visual and narrative coherence.
  • Pitch scripts effectively to producers, directors, or media organisations with confidence.
  • Understand copyright law and ethical considerations in the writing and production process.
  • Integrate feedback and professional critique to continuously enhance screenwriting skills.

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price)

Included in course price

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Description

The Screenwriting & Scriptwriting course immerses learners in the art and craft of writing for visual media. Participants will explore character creation, dialogue, plot development, and story structure, learning how to produce engaging and professionally formatted scripts.

This course also addresses industry expectations, copyright considerations, and pitching techniques, preparing learners to enter the competitive world of film and television writing. Graduates will leave with the skills and confidence to create captivating scripts for a variety of media platforms.

Screenwriting & Scriptwriting Course Curriculum:

  • Module 1: Introduction to Screenwriting
  • Module 2: Motivation & Ideas
  • Module 3: Research & Development
  • Module 4: Genre
  • Module 5: Story & Plot
  • Module 6: Character & Dialogue
  • Module 7: Structure & Format
  • Module 8: Synopses, Outlines & Treatments
  • Module 9: Drafts
  • Module 10: Marketing
  • Module 11: Troubleshooting
  • Module 12: Glossary
  • Module 13: Screenwriting and British Film Industry
  • Module 14: Agreements
  • Module 15: How Much Do UK Screenwriters Earn?
  • Module 16: Greatest British Screenwriters of All Time

Method of Assessment

To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course.

After successfully passing the course exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate as proof of your expertise.

Certification

All students who successfully complete the course can instantly download their free e-certificate. You can also purchase a hard copy of the certificate, which will be delivered by post for £9.99.

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring screenwriters seeking to create compelling scripts for film or television.
  • Content creators and digital media professionals aiming to enhance storytelling skills.
  • Writers wishing to transition from prose or journalism to scriptwriting.
  • Filmmakers and directors looking to develop strong narrative structures for projects.
  • Individuals passionate about storytelling and entering the media and entertainment industry.

Requirements

No prior qualifications are needed for Learners to enrol on this course.

Career path

  • Screenwriter (£25,000–£45,000)
  • Script Editor (£28,000–£42,000)
  • Content Writer for Media (£24,000–£38,000)
  • Television Writer (£27,000–£45,000)
  • Film Writer (£25,000–£48,000)
  • Digital Media Storyteller (£26,000–£40,000)
  • Creative Writer for Streaming Platforms (£28,000–£50,000)
  • Script Consultant (£30,000–£52,000)

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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