This introductory course examines the reflective essay as a genre of creative writing, describing the characteristics of essays and the process theory of writing. On the course, you will discuss and analyse texts, and formulate a reader response, as well as formulating a theme and writing a reflective essay based on the course literature. You will also practically evaluate your own and others’ strategic writing choices, as well as creative writing as a working method.

Course design

The course is built up around lectures, seminars, group assignments, and individual written assignments. Assessment is based upon active participation in seminars and your written assignments.