mss3ads scriptwriting project
SCRIPTWRITING PROJECT
MSS3ADS
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will acquire the skills and knowledge to initially develop a full length theatre performance text, series pilot or feature film script, by presenting a pitch, a critical treatment of concept, a folio of selected scenes, and a rehearsed reading. This subject explores scriptwriting as a craft-based, industrialised and creative practice, and combines critical readings of theoretical texts, plays and screenplays with the workshopping of your writing in a supportive, collaborative environment.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNoel Maloney
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolled in ABCA, or completion of 30 credit points in second year subjects, or by arrangement with the subject coordinator
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsMSS2ADS OR CST3ADS OR CST2ADS
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
The Secret Life of Plays
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorWaters, S.
Year2010
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherNick Hearn Books
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Source locationN/A
Alternative Scriptwriting: Beyond the Hollywood Formula
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorDancyger, K. & Rush, J.
Year2013
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherFocal Press
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
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21st Century Screenplay: A comprehensive guide to writing tomorrow's films.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorAronson, L.
Year2010
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherAllen & Unwin
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNoel Maloney
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via video conference.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A 500 word project pitch, to be presented in class | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| 1500 word concept, treatment or scene breakdown | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| 2500 words of selected scenes for a performance text, feature film, or series pilot. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNoel Maloney
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A 500 word project pitch, to be presented in class | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| 1500 word concept, treatment or scene breakdown | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| 2500 words of selected scenes for a performance text, feature film, or series pilot. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO4, SILO5 |