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About the course

Whether you are writing to get published or just for fun, this ten-week course takes an innovative approach to writing poetry and fiction by making the familiar strange and educating the imagination through a play with words.

We explore the boundaries of writing to construct unique pieces of work that focus on contemporary poetry and the short story form.

Weekly sessions aim to develop confidence in writing and reading your work aloud, as well as providing the necessary feedback to your peers in a supportive and constructive way.

How is the course delivered and assessed?

This course is run through a series of live workshops and feedback sessions, where you will work both individually and as a group and you will have the opportunity to share your work in class.

Weekly sessions will be supported by reading material that draws from a diverse community of writers.

About the tutor
Ronnie McGrath is an established poet and writer with numerous publications to his name. He is a graduate of Manchester University’s MA in Novel Writing and as a former musician, he has toured Europe and performed for the Queen when he opened the Commonwealth Games in Canada. As well as being a former course director of Creative Writing at the University of the Arts, London, Ronnie is an associate Creative Writing lecturer at Bath Spa University and Imperial College London. In addition to teaching poetry, fiction, and memoir writing for publication, he has used creative writing as a therapeutic tool, delivering workshops in prisons, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres, and for pain and well-being participants in and around Gloucestershire.
What do I need to join (Entry Requirements)

Applicants must be at least 19 years of age at the start of the academic year, to attend this course.

Whether you already have some experience of writing or are just embarking on your writing journey, all we ask is that you have an open mind and a willingness to draw on new ideas to develop your writing.

Although some previous experience in writing prose and poetry is an advantage, along with a willingness to learn by exploring new ideas and the ability to communicate your work effectively.

What can I do next

You may be interested in the following courses:

  • Discussions on Identity - It's Not Just Black and White with Ronnie McGrath
  • Experiments in Memoir Writing for Wellbeing (online course)