Narrative and Structure

SHE level 11
SCQF credit points 15
ECTS credit points 7.5
Module code MMW830724
Module Leader David Cosgrove
School Glasgow School for Business and Society
Subject Media and Journalism
Trimester A (September start), B (January start)

Summary of content

In this module students will be provided with an evaluative understanding of the importance of
storytelling along with a range of other relevant script techniques, including Adaptation. They will also be provided with an understanding of narrative archetypes. Students will learn the elements of what makes an effective story, including opening, structure, narrative drive and turning point. They will also learn the elements of what makes an effective script including the importance of tone and dialogue writing style.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 12
Tutorials 0
Practicals 10
Seminars 12
Independent Learning 96
Assessment 20
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 100 45 25 minute Adaptation Script devised from material supplied.