ENG 314 - Screenwriting for Film and Television

(3 units)

This course is an exploration of the craft of screenwriting for film and TV. It’s designed for students who have a serious interest in reading screenplays, watching and discussing films, and writing scripts.

Maximum units a student may earn: 6

Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or ENG 114.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify, describe and analyze various screenplay forms.
2. write original film and TV scripts.
3. apply critical methods to constructively critique scripts written by peers, both in writing and in discussion.
4. apply literary editing methods to compile and revise their own portfolio of work.

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