Semesters

TOD105 Script Writing

Course code: 
TOD105
Duration: 
1 semester
Credits (ECTS): 
15
Level of study: 
Foundation level (bachelor’s degree level)
Teaching semester: 
2026 Spring
Assessment semester: 
2026 Spring
Language of instruction: 
Norwegian / English
Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Course content

Writing scripts for different media is a growing industry. This course focuses on writing scripts for stage and screen. This course is a combination of classroom and digital classes, with individual guidance, that introduces the students to script writing. 

The students will work on:

  • Idea development and synopsis
  • Constructing characters and plot
  • Dramaturgy
  • Dialogue and subtext
Learning outcome

In accordance with the National Qualifications Framework the student will achieve the following learning outcomes after completing the course:

Learning outcome knowledge

The student

  • has basic knowledge of selected theories of dramaturgy and script writing
  • has knowledge of key processes within script writing
Learning outcome skills

The student

  • can apply knowledge of the script writing process in order to write scripts
  • can apply knowledge of dramaturgy, character, plot and dialogue to write scripts
Learning outcome qualification

The student

  • can participate in debates on different kinds of scripts, in person and on a digital platform
Working and learning activities

a) The course is a combination of classroom and digitally based classes, with written work to be handed in and critiqued through the course of the semester.

b) The classes will consist of a variety of teaching methods:

  • digital seminars
  • workshops
  • net lectures and tasks
  • script readings and film viewings
  • 5 plays in 5 days - challenge

The course will have a special focus on individual guidance to help the students develop their script writing skills. 

Assessment requirements

a) Attendance
Attendance it compulsary.

b) Course work

  • Two scripts (3000 words each), or the same script handed in twice

On all course works you have two attempts to pass.

Evaluation system

Grading will be done in accordance with the Regulations governing admission, studies and examinations at Volda University College.

Evaluation

The course will be evaluated in accordance with Volda University College’s quality assurance system.

Minimum number of students: 
4
Maximum number of students: 
30
Person in charge: 
Hege Holmqvist Synnes
Vibeke Preus
Used in other programs
Assessment FormGroupingDurationGrading scaleProportionCommentSupport MaterialsScope
Home exam
Individual
1 Week
A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade
100
A final script is handed in and graded
All
maximum 3500 words
Approval signature: 
Unni Hagen