ISIAP × ISECM · PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

Professional Certificate in Screenwriting & Story Creation

From idea to script, build stories for screen-based media.

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Screenwriting & Story Creation

This six-month professional certificate programme is designed for learners who wish to develop story structure, character design, dialogue writing, script development and screen narrative skills for film, short drama and digital media contexts.

ISIAP × ISECM
Jointly offered by ISIAP and ISECM.
These professional certificate programmes are jointly delivered by ISIAP — Institut Supérieur International des Arts de Paris and ISECM — Institut Supérieur Européen du Cinéma et des Médias.

Course Information

Joint Institutions: ISIAP × ISECM
Certificate: Joint Professional Certificate
Duration: 6 months
Tuition: €3,000
Scholarship: €500 reduction for applications submitted before 1 July
Languages: Chinese / English / French / Spanish
Study Modes: Online / Hybrid / On-site

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Core Modules

  • Story Concept, Theme and Narrative Foundations
  • Character Creation, Relationships and Character Arc
  • Dramatic Structure, Conflict and Plot Development
  • Scene Writing, Dialogue and Narrative Rhythm
  • Short Film, Short Drama and Series Development
  • Adaptation, Genre Writing and Platform Storytelling
  • Script Portfolio, Pitch Document and Final Presentation

Learning Outcomes

Creative Method

Develop a structured approach to creative practice, project preparation and professional presentation.

Portfolio Development

Produce a final project dossier, portfolio element or creative project aligned with the certificate pathway.

Professional Communication

Present ideas, methods and outcomes in a clear professional format for academic or creative review.

Certificate Notice. This professional certificate is jointly offered by ISIAP and ISECM. It is a short professional development certificate and does not imply the award of a French national degree, RNCP certification, regulated professional qualification or state-recognised teaching/directing licence unless expressly stated.