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. What to expect 📚 How to develop an idea for film, TV or theatre 📓 Plot and narrative structure ✓ The key components of dramatic storytelling 👥 Creating believable characters with clear goals 📓 Developing dramatic situations and scenes ✏️ Writing dialogue that feels active and engaging 🔧 Building conflict, tension and turning points 📖 Exploring your own writing voice and style 👥 Sharing ideas and receiving constructive tutor feedback 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 Courses Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Jon BartonA. RWriting TutorsConor Patrick Carroll Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 28 Jul 2026 - 01 Sep 2026 Tue 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £375.00 Book Now 15 Aug 2026 - 19 Sep 2026 Sat 14:00-16:30 6 weeks A. 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If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) 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 Courses City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Photoion Studio, Waterloo Closest Station: Waterloo Closest Bus Stop: Imperial War Museum / Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway View Details Get Directions 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 Courses All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Jon Barton View Profile 👤 A. R View Profile Writing Tutors View Profile Conor Patrick Carroll View Profile 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 Courses
