Home›Writing courses›Script writing courses›Writing for Film Courses Writing for Film Course BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors Our Writing for Film course is a practical introduction to screenwriting, designed for adults who want to develop story ideas, characters and dialogue for film. Across the course, you will explore how cinematic stories are built, from first idea and story structure to scenes, subtext and screenplay formatting. Using film clips, writing exercises and tutor guidance, you will begin shaping your ideas with greater clarity and confidence. Your tutor will guide you through film examples, writing tasks and group discussion, helping you strengthen your screenwriting craft and understand how to take your ideas from first concept towards a more developed screenplay. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Bring cinematic stories to life as you master the craft of writing for the screen. Develop the skills to write compelling stories designed specifically for film. Learn how to structure a screenplay that engages audiences from opening scene to final frame. Create believable characters with clear motivations, distinctive voices and dramatic conflict. Strengthen your understanding of visual storytelling and how film differs from prose or stage writing. Receive constructive feedback to help refine your ideas and develop your screenplay. Build confidence using industry-standard screenplay conventions and formatting. Learn alongside fellow screenwriters in a supportive and creative workshop environment. Leave with the foundations to continue developing your own scripts for film. Story for the Screen Learn how to develop ideas that work as visual, cinematic stories rather than prose narratives. Character and Dialogue Create compelling characters, authentic dialogue and meaningful subtext that drive your screenplay. Screenplay Structure Explore the principles of dramatic structure, pacing and scene construction through practical writing exercises. Screenplay Format Learn industry-standard screenplay formatting and how to present your work professionally. Workshop and Feedback Develop your script through practical exercises, group discussion and constructive tutor feedback. Expert Guidance Benefit from practical demonstrations, film analysis and personalised feedback from an experienced screenwriter. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 27 Aug 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 Thu 18:15-20:45 4 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £212.50 15% OFF Book Now 28 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Mon 18:00-20:30 4 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 14 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 Wed 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 27 Aug 27 Aug 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 £212.50 Day:Thu Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:15% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 Sep 28 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 £250.00 Day:Mon Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 14 Oct 14 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 £250.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Want to learn more? Build on everything you've learnt in your Writing for Film course with one of the courses below. Continue developing your writing style, storytelling and scriptwriting skills while exploring new creative challenges. Script Writing Beginners Sitcom Writing Beginners Novel Writing Course Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Conor Patrick CarrollJon Barton Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 27 Aug 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 Thu 18:15-20:45 4 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £212.50 15% OFF Book Now 28 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Mon 18:00-20:30 4 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 14 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 Wed 18:30-21:00 4 weeks Conor Patrick Carroll City Academy, Farringdon £250.00 Book Now 27 Aug 27 Aug 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 £212.50 Day:Thu Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:15% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 Sep 28 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 £250.00 Day:Mon Time:18:00-20:30 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 14 Oct 14 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026 £250.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:00 Duration:4 weeks Tutor: Conor Patrick Carroll 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 'Writing for Film Courses' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.(For more information please see our terms and conditions) 10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. Filmmaking Summer School Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Playwriting Course Writing for Television Script Writing Level 2 SEE ALL WRITING COURSES City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Filmmaking Summer School Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Playwriting Course Writing for Television Script Writing Level 2 SEE ALL WRITING 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. Conor Patrick Carroll View Profile Jon Barton View Profile Filmmaking Summer School Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE Want to learn more? After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Playwriting Course Writing for Television Script Writing Level 2 SEE ALL WRITING COURSES
