An Introduction to Screenwriting

Screenplays are the foundation for all dramatic films. They also serve as the basis of all filmmaking. The screenwriter is the place where all the romantic, scary action, and memorable lines start. This online course is free and will teach you the fundamental elements and key concepts of a professional screenplay. This course was created by the University of East Anglia's School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing. It features instructors and former students from their renowned course in Creative Writing.

This course is essential for both new and experienced scriptwriters who want to improve their writing skills. This course will help you to create a common vocabulary and guide you in your future courses on dramatic adaptation and crime screenplay. The course will include script analysis, basic theory and practical exercises. We'll examine key principles in great films and then apply them immediately. You will have the chance to interact with other learners and learn from them via videos, articles and discussion. You will be able to understand and communicate the essential concepts required to create a screenplay.

You can see some of the steps in this course before you sign up.