FLTV20008 Genre Screenwriting

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is FLTV20008 hard?

FLTV20008: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. Makes it harder: 3 other hurdle tasks. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Writing for genre: sci-fi, romance, thriller, fantasy and horror conventions, story-team exercises and a 10-page genre script.

After it you can

What you need first

FLTV10025 and FLTV20006

What it leads to

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 20%, Presentations 30%, Assignments 50%

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Quick answers

When is FLTV20008 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking FLTV20008?
Needs FLTV10025 and FLTV20006.
Does FLTV20008 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 20%, Presentations 30%, Assignments 50%.
How many class hours a week does FLTV20008 have?
3.5 h a week in class
Can I take FLTV20008 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
What can I take after FLTV20008?
2 subjects need it first, for example FLTV30009, FLTV30032.
Can I rate FLTV20008?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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