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Course Title: Poetry Writing
This course is about the making of a poet – YOU! Writing poetry is a creative and imaginative process but getting it published is a very practical one. Our Poetry Writing Course is a clear and detailed course which will show you how to get your poetry into print.
Entrance Requirements
Basic literacy skills and a passion for writing!
Program Duration
Recommended 12 months of study
Programme Outcomes
Tactics for Winning – orientation and motivation for learners
* Definition of poetry • What is a poet? • A bit of history • Rhymed verse • Free verse • Blank verse • The voice of poetry
* Market research
* Manuscript presentation • Imagery • Revision • Writer's rights
* Rhythm & meter • Syllabic meter • Accentual meter • Anapaest • Spring Rhythm • Stanzas, pauses, endings
* Free verse • Long-lined poetry • Short-lined poetry • Open field composition • Haiku • Humour • A small glossary
* Word choices • Publishing • Titles • Self publishing • Competitions • Poetry readings • Book list • Conclusions
Assessment and Award
Once you have completed the programme, you will be awarded a Certificate in Poetry Writing.
Accreditation
Please note that this programme is not registered on the NQF, and as such it is not a credit-bearing programme.
Course disclaimer:
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