Creative Writing

ENGL V10 - CREATIVE WRITING - 3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGL V01A

Hours: 3 lecture weekly

Various literary forms (short story, poetry, essay, and drama among others) are examined in the course. The form of the genre is examined from a critical standpoint, and the requirements of each genre are discussed. Students produce original works and are given assistance in improving their writing.

Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 10. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 6.

ENGL V11A - INTERMEDIATE CREATIVE WRITING I - 3 Units

Recommended preparation: ENGL V10

Hours: 3 lecture weekly

A continuation of the study of the literary forms - short story, poetry, and drama - with practice in writing original works, and with special emphasis on criticism of students' works by instructor and students.

Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 11A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

ENGL V11B - INTERMEDIATE CREATIVE WRITING II - 3 Units

Recommended preparation: ENGL V11A

Hours: 3 lecture weekly

This is a course for students who wish to improve their skills as poets, authors of fiction and as nonfiction writers.

Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 11B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.