CRWR 2001 - The Short Story

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025

This course is designed as an introduction to the craft and culture of short fiction and creative non-fiction. Students will be introduced to a range of short texts written in English and some significant short stories translated into English. The course aims to broaden students' understanding and appreciation of the range of writing in short forms and of the contexts of short story production. The short story is particularly appropriate for encouraging comparative analysis between literary cultures and phases of literary development. Students will be expected to apply their understanding of short story forms, contexts and techniques through a series of creative exercises and the production of a short story for assessment.

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Course Details

Course Code	CRWR 2001
Course	The Short Story
Coordinating Unit	English, Creative Writing, and Film
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of Level I undergraduate study
Incompatible	ENGL 2045, ENGL 2028, ENGL 3028
Assumed Knowledge	Familiarity with the reading & analysis of literary texts equivalent to Level I English standard
Biennial Course	Course offered in odd years
Assessment	Creative assignments x 2, participation, final project

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Georgia Phillips

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing this course students should be able to:
(1) Confidently read, understand and appreciate a range of contemporary literary texts.
(2) Begin to demonstrate an awareness of how to frame a research problem and devise ways of addressing it in the context of creative writing.
(3) Think rigorously about selected contemporary texts and the contexts of their production.
(4) Prepare and deliver polished and carefully edited samples of creative writing (through a series of exercises and drafts).
(5) Critically evaluate their own and others’ written materials.
(6) Engage productively and respectfully with their peers.

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1,2,3,4
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1,2,3,4,5
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3,4,5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1,2,3,4,5
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1,2,3,4,5
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	3,4,5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

On-line lecture and reading material available on MyUni.

Recommended Resources

None

Online Learning

Lectures will be recorded and available on MyUni and released progressively throughout the semester. Course announcements will also be made through MyUni.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is structured around weekly readings and students are expected to read and know them thoroughly. All students will be expected to write in class, this includes during the lecture. Tutorials/workshops provide the opportunity for detailed reflection on ideas, themes and practices introduced in lectures and readings. The weekly readings will be discussed in detail: critically, analytically and in terms of writing practice. Student interaction will occur in small-group exercises, including close-reading, writing practice, editing and other tasks.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Students will commit to the equivalent of 144 hours of study in this course.

Learning Activities Summary

Lectures and seminars will engage with the following themes/concepts throughout the semester:

What is a short story?
Characterisation
Plot versus story
Narrative technique, the Narrator and Point of View
Narrative Themes
Atmosphere, Setting & Environment
Language & Style
Short fiction in the on-line environment
Tone & Structure
Editing & Revision
Submitting Work for Publication

Specific Course Requirements

Not applicable

The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assignment #1 Creative work: 40%
Participation (Online Forums): (10 uploads) 10%
Assignment #3 Short Story & Exegesis (2500 Words): 50%

Assessment Related Requirements

Attendance at tutorials is compulsory in order to receive particpation marks for work completed with peers.

Assessment Detail

Creative Assign. 1 (Experimentation) Formative/Summative 20% Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Creative Assign. 2 (Excerpt/Flash Fiction) Formative/Summative 25% Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5
Participation (In-Class Peer Workshops) Formative/Summative 10% Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Final Project (Short Story/Exegesis) Formative/Summative 45% Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5

Submission

All submissions will be handed in online through Turnitin. Further instructions will be provided in lectures and online through MyUni.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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