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Choose from dozens of open-enrollment courses, or explore our comprehensive certificate programs. Also offered: consultations, mentorships, retreats, and advanced seminars.
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Writers thrive when they immerse themselves in a community of people who share their passion.
Many people fondly remember their Writers’ Program classes for years after—the connections they make with other students and instructors end up being the fuel they need to keep going.
The Write Process Podcast
One writer, one project, from concept to completion
Writers' Program director and host, Charlie Jensen, invites writers to sit down and recount how one of their projects made it into the world.
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Literary Journal
Southland Alibi is the student-run literary journal published by the Writers’ Program at UCLA Extension.
We feature high quality works of art, fiction, poetry, and nonfiction supporting diverse viewpoints.
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Courses
Pitching for Film and TV Toolkit
Learn how the pros pitch to industry decision makers in this workshop for budding screenwriters.
Writing the First Feature Film Treatment Toolkit
Get an overview of the craft of screenwriting for feature films.
Feng Shui Poetry
Learn to build poems that capture emotions in the physical world using the principles of Feng Shui.
Meaningful Steps Into Poetry
Take a guided approach to writing poetry by reading and discovering what makes poetry tick in this workshop perfect for beginners.
Adapting IP for Film and Television
Get an overview of the process to adapt existing intellectual property (IP) for film and television.