From a press release by the Literaturhaus München (external link, opens in a new window):
The Bavarian Academy of Writing (external link, opens in a new window) is not a fixed training programme, but a flexible range of seminars that supports authors at various stages of their writing journey, combines professional feedback and criticism with the writing process, and fosters networking. Participation, including accommodation, is free of charge; participants are generally required to cover their own travelling expenses.
Who is this for?
Enrolled students from all disciplines (excluding senior students) at the participating universities (see below) may apply to take part. We are looking for both students who have been writing creatively for some time and wish to develop their writing skills, and those who wish to deepen their understanding of literature through writing. Nine to ten participants will be selected for each course. Each of the two courses comprises three weekends, during which participants meet at one of the participating universities.
Participation, including accommodation, is free of charge. As a rule, participants are responsible for their own travelling expenses.
What happens there?
The courses provide a safe space where the main focus is on discussing the participants’ own texts – these include the writing assignments submitted, the narrative to be developed over the course of the seminar, and the technical exercises that accompany the writing process. Every writer is first and foremost a reader. That is why these discussions are closely linked to selected readings. In addition, there are workshops with guest speakers (mainly authors, but also journalists, translators and publishing professionals).
How do you apply?
To apply, please submit
- a CV in table format
- a scene or history based on the set writing task, between 3 and 5 standard pages in length (30 lines of 60 characters each)
- optional: one (excerpt from) other prose text of your own (up to 15 pages)
- Applications must be submitted in quadruplicate (please include your full address, telephone number and e-mail address) by post to the professor at your own university.