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Screenwriting Training Course
Thames College

FREE Level 5 QLS Endorsed Certificate | 20 Courses Bundle + 20 Free PDF Certificates + 5 Free eBooks

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
192 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Hard copy certificate - £8.99
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The Screenwriting Training Course introduces learners to the creative and technical process of writing for the screen. Screenwriting is where storytelling meets structure — turning ideas into scripts that captivate audiences. Every successful film, television show, or web series begins with a well-crafted screenplay. This course helps learners develop their writing style while teaching them how to create strong plots, believable characters, and engaging dialogue. It also introduces the structure, format, and marketing aspects of screenwriting, preparing learners to write confidently and effectively for the entertainment industry. The modules guide learners through each stage of writing — from brainstorming ideas and researching stories to polishing the final draft. The course also provides insights into the British film industry and the agreements that govern screenwriters’ work in the UK.

The course begins with an introduction to screenwriting, explaining the essential principles of storytelling for film and television. Learners explore how motivation and creative ideas form the foundation of a script. It covers research and development methods that help writers build realistic plots and characters. Learners study how to choose and write within a genre, develop storylines, and construct meaningful dialogue. The course also covers formatting, structure, and how to prepare outlines, treatments, and drafts. Later modules focus on marketing scripts to producers, overcoming writing challenges, and understanding the legal and financial aspects of screenwriting. By the end of the course, learners will have the confidence to develop original stories, present them professionally, and engage with the UK film and media industry.

Achievement

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

You can also get a Printed Hardcopy CPD Certificate for only 8.99 GBP.

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Description

Course 01: Screenwriting 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

Certificate of Achievement

  • Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme For Course 01: Screenwriting only. The certificate will be home-delivered for free. It should be noted that students who live outside the UK must pay a £10 postage fee.

  • CPD Accredited Certification

You will be eligible for CPD Accredited Certificate after completing this course successfully. The PDF version is free of charge, but the hardcopy version costs £8.99 per course.

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

This course bundle suits anyone who wants to build a career focused on language and administration. It is perfect for aspiring writers, career changers, and office job seekers.

Requirements

This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is —

  • A smart device with a stable internet connection
  • A keen interest in the topic
  • And being over the age of 16.

Career path

This course bundle opens doors to many roles across different sectors. You can pursue a career as a Screenwriter, Copy Editor, or Translator. Alternatively, you can become a Medical Transcriber, a Content Manager, or a Bid Writer. Many graduates also find work as Virtual Assistants, Data Entry Administrators, or Proofreaders.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

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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