Home›Writing courses›Script Writing Courses›Script Writing Beginners Script Writing Beginners BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Script Writing Beginners course is a practical introduction to writing for film, television and theatre, designed for adults who want to shape their ideas into scenes, characters and stories. Available as either a 6-week course or a 2-day intensive, this course gives you the tools to understand how scripts work, how dramatic stories are built and how to begin developing your own writing with confidence. Working with an experienced writing tutor, you will explore plot, character, dialogue and scene structure through guided exercises, discussion and supportive feedback. Whether you have a specific idea in mind or are starting from scratch, this course will help you take your first steps as a script writer. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Turn your ideas into compelling scripts as you learn the foundations of writing for stage and screen. Develop the essential skills needed to write original scripts with confidence. Learn how to shape ideas into engaging stories through structure, character and conflict. Build believable characters and write dialogue that feels natural and purposeful. Strengthen your understanding of visual and dramatic storytelling across stage and screen. Receive constructive feedback to help refine your writing and develop your creative voice. Learn alongside fellow writers in a supportive and collaborative workshop environment. Gain confidence using industry-standard script conventions and formatting. Leave with the skills to continue developing your own scripts beyond the course. Story Development Transform ideas into strong dramatic concepts through practical planning and writing exercises. Character and Dialogue Create believable characters, authentic dialogue and dramatic conflict that drives every scene. Structure and Scenes Learn how to construct engaging scenes and organise your script into a clear, compelling narrative. Writing for Stage and Screen Explore the principles of dramatic storytelling and how scripts communicate through action, dialogue and performance. Workshop and Feedback Develop your work through writing exercises, group discussion and constructive tutor feedback. Expert Guidance Benefit from practical demonstrations, script analysis and personalised feedback from an experienced scriptwriter. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Sep 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Charlie Ryall Photoion Studio, Waterloo £375.00 Book Now 02 Oct 2026 - 06 Nov 2026 Fri 18:00-20:30 6 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 04 Nov 2026 - 09 Dec 2026 Wed 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 05 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026 Sat 10:00-16:00 2 days Natalie Mitchell City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 09 Jan 2027 - 06 Feb 2027 Sat 10:00-13:00 5 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 30 Sep 30 Sep 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 £375.00 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Charlie Ryall Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Oct 02 Oct 2026 - 06 Nov 2026 £375.00 Day:Fri Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Nov 04 Nov 2026 - 09 Dec 2026 £375.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026 £250.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:2 days Tutor: Natalie Mitchell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 09 Jan 09 Jan 2027 - 06 Feb 2027 £375.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-13:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Course formats Explore the course overview, dates, fees, requirements and what you will learn. 6-week course 2-day intensive 6-week course The 6-week format gives you time to develop your script writing gradually. Across weekly sessions, you will explore different elements of storytelling, with space between classes to reflect, write and build confidence. This option is ideal if you would like regular creative structure, ongoing tutor support and time to develop your ideas step by step. 2-day intensive The 2-day intensive offers a focused introduction to script writing over one weekend or short block of study. It is ideal if you want an immersive experience, prefer concentrated learning or would like to make creative progress in a shorter timeframe. Across the two days, you will take part in practical exercises, explore essential script writing techniques and begin shaping your own ideas with tutor guidance. Try our Writing Summer School Practice writing in multiple formats, from prose to screenplay, and develop your writing style with expert advice from our team of writers. READ MORE Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Script Writing Level 2 Writing for Film Courses Playwriting Course Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Charlie RyallConor Patrick CarrollJon BartonNatalie MitchellWriting Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 30 Sep 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Charlie Ryall Photoion Studio, Waterloo £375.00 Book Now 02 Oct 2026 - 06 Nov 2026 Fri 18:00-20:30 6 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 04 Nov 2026 - 09 Dec 2026 Wed 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 05 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026 Sat 10:00-16:00 2 days Natalie Mitchell City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 09 Jan 2027 - 06 Feb 2027 Sat 10:00-13:00 5 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 25 Jan 2027 - 01 Mar 2027 Mon 18:00-20:30 6 weeks Writing Tutors Umbrella Rooms £375.00 Book Now 16 Feb 2027 - 23 Mar 2027 Tue 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 13 Mar 2027 - 17 Apr 2027 Sat 13:30-16:30 5 weeks (no class 27 Mar) Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 09 Apr 2027 - 14 May 2027 Fri 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 30 Apr 2027 - 04 Jun 2027 Fri 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Writing Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £375.00 Book Now 17 Jun 2027 - 22 Jul 2027 Thu 18:00-20:30 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 01 Jul 2027 - 05 Aug 2027 Thu 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 30 Sep 30 Sep 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 £375.00 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Charlie Ryall Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Oct 02 Oct 2026 - 06 Nov 2026 £375.00 Day:Fri Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Nov 04 Nov 2026 - 09 Dec 2026 £375.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Dec 05 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026 £250.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:2 days Tutor: Natalie Mitchell Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 09 Jan 09 Jan 2027 - 06 Feb 2027 £375.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-13:00 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 25 Jan 25 Jan 2027 - 01 Mar 2027 £375.00 Day:Mon Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: Umbrella Rooms BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 16 Feb 16 Feb 2027 - 23 Mar 2027 £375.00 Day:Tue Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Mar 13 Mar 2027 - 17 Apr 2027 £375.00 Day:Sat Time:13:30-16:30 Duration:5 weeks (no class 27 Mar) Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 09 Apr 09 Apr 2027 - 14 May 2027 £375.00 Day:Fri Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 30 Apr 30 Apr 2027 - 04 Jun 2027 £375.00 Day:Fri Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 17 Jun 17 Jun 2027 - 22 Jul 2027 £375.00 Day:Thu Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 01 Jul 01 Jul 2027 - 05 Aug 2027 £375.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Script Writing Beginners' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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