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Graduate Certificate in Scriptwriting
Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada
CAD 18337
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 95 Waived
Application Fee
12 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
88
TOEFL
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
The one-year Scriptwriting Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides you with the knowledge, writing experience and hands-on skills necessary to become a writer in the ever-expanding fields of film, television, theatre, video and digital media content.
Discover your style and voice, as well as how to develop characters and write stories for any audience. By the end of the program, you possess an extensive professional-quality portfolio of work.
By analyzing issues and trends in film and media, you learn how to market your skills effectively and work professionally in our industries . Faculty are up-to-date, experienced professionals who help guide your projects. Guest speakers are regular visitors to your class and provide tips and advice on your potential career path.
At the end of the program, you have the opportunity to travel to Toronto and pitch your film or TV series ideas at major broadcasting and production companies. You also meet agents, distributors and accomplished screenwriters, and attend industry events during your three-day stay. It is a great opportunity to connect with important players in the industry and get their feedback on your projects.
You also expand your real-world experience with a 40-hour work placement. These placements are generally non-writing positions that allow you to learn more about how the production process works, make industry contacts and broaden your skill set.
Another opportunity that you may choose to participate in is the Hothouse Reading Series, which showcases short excerpts from students` plays read by professional actors. You receive feedback from the audience that provides you with invaluable insight to strengthen your writing.
Additional Information
Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 7 Days
Program Format Full-Time
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 88.0 Minimum Listening - 22.0 Minimum Reading - 22.0 Minimum Writing - 22.0 Minimum Speaking - 22.0
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 53
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0 Minimum Literacy - 120.0 Minimum Comprehension - 105.0 Minimum Conversation - 105.0 Minimum Production - 105.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, degree or equivalent or partially-completed degree, or two or more years of appropriate post-secondary experience.
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18337
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 95 Waived
Application Fee
(CAD)
20600 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
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