The Poetry Path: Write, Refine, Enter
Contemporary poetry is alive and thriving. In this immersive poetry course, you'll explore the evolving world of poetic forms and techniques, discovering new ways to express your voice. Through weekly themes, hands-on writing, and expert feedback, you’ll build foundational and advanced skills that will help you refine your poems and fast-track your journey toward publication or recognition in competitions.
Learn to embrace traditional poetry structures through a modern lens, engage your senses to create vivid imagery, and sharpen your ear for rhythm and musicality in verse. You'll also receive guidance on submitting your work and building your poetry presence within the literary world.
Course Outline
- Week 1: Inspiration – Writing from passion and influence. Finding your muse.
- Week 2: Form – Exploring and workshopping traditional and contemporary poetic forms.
- Week 3: Senses & Images – Using sensory language to evoke imagery and emotion.
- Week 4: Musicality – Understanding rhythm, sound devices, and lyrical flow.
- Week 5: Re-form – Breaking and experimenting with form. Innovation in poetry.
- Week 6: Send! – Tips for publication, contests, and building your poetry profile.
Schedule & Pricing
- Dates: Mondays, 2 March to 13 April 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Fee: $369
Details
You will learn
- Refine poetic form and voice for publication or awards
- Explore traditional and contemporary poetry techniques
- Develop skills to express personal experiences poetically
You will get
- Statement of Completion
Appropriate for
Committed beginners and emerging poets seeking publication or literary recognition.
Preparation
What to bring
- Laptop or tablet for writing exercises
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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