How To Write A Movie

There are no entry requirements for this course, but students should have passion for the subject.

A crash course in the craft of writing, and the shock news is... it's easy.

On average, we spend 13 years of our lives in front of a screen, so we already have an intimate knowledge of the landscape. It's just a case of unpacking all that dormant knowledge and putting it to use. It really is that simple. If you can talk, you can write. If you've seen one boring film, then you know what to avoid. The rest is just craft.

In this warm, witty, and welcoming course you will learn the screenwriters’ trade from a former BAFTA Screenplay Judge. Award-winning writer Rob Young spent 20 years writing for the UK's biggest film and TV companies, including the BBC, Channel 4, Sony, Aardman, Baby Cow and Working Title Fims. He will pass on his 'tips and tricks' and guide you through the process. By the end of the course, you will have written the blueprint for your own Hollywood movie and crucially, know what to with it.

Non-writers welcome. Come and build confidence, working as part of a group to think creatively and share ideas.

No formal assessments, but there will be tutor feedback throughout and a York College Certificate on completion. 

This course is free for those who live within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, earn less than £35k a year, and have not have studied any previous tailored learning courses with us. Students can only do one tailored learning course regardless of the discipline.

Full course cost: £150

As the course progresses, you'll gain the confidence to work comfortably in a group setting, mastering the techniques of creative writing. By the end, you'll be fully equipped to successfully write your own movie!

You could then look into studying further courses with us.

14th January 2026 - 25th March 2026.

Lessons will start with an introduction/familiarity to the subject and sessions will be highly interactive. The lesson will be wrapped up with a recap of what was taught and what the plan is the for next lesson.

You will be taught in a classroom with all materials provided.

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