Non-linear storytelling and script writing (5 cr)
Code: GD00CU12-3005
General information
- Enrollment
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16.12.2019 - 10.01.2020
Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
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01.01.2020 - 31.05.2020
Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- Department of Culture
- Campus
- Kouvola Campus
- Teaching languages
- English
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Game Design
Objective
You understand the dramaturgic structure in a story.
You understand the emotional structure in a story.
You know how to develop the protagonist and other characters in a story.
You know the structure of a scene and how to connect it to other scenes.
You know how to create believable dialogue, which supports your story.
You know how to join the interactive game play and a linear story.
You know the basic structures of non-linear storytelling.
You know the process, methods and tools for successful script writing.
You are able to pitch your story with a logline, synopsis or treatment.
Content
How to start a script writing process?
How to create a believable character?
How to create a believable dialogue?
How to create a great scene?
How to create a good structure of dramaturgy?
How to create suspense, thrill or comedy in a story?
What is the difference between linear and non-linear storytelling?
How are stories conveyed in games?
How to present a story in a written form?
Evaluation scale
1-5