Summer School Screenwriting

An intensive introduction to screenwriting

Application

Participation requirements

This programme is open to aspiring writers from various backgrounds, e.g. high-school students, current undergraduate students, post-graduate students, or media professionals from other fields.

As the Summer School Screenwriting will be held in English, applicants need to have English language skills of B2- level or higher.

Application deadline and time frame

The application deadline 2025 has expired. The next application phase is expected in spring 2026. You will then find the application form here.

If you would like to stay informed about the programme by e-mail, please register here.

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Participation fee

Regular participants: 1200 Euro
Students: 950 euros
ifs alumni and ifs students: 850 euros

Any further questions? We will be happy to help!

Carolin Groẞe Hellmann

Head of Serial Storytelling

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Head of Professional Training for Screenwriters

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Head of European Showrunner Programme

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Phone: +49 221 920188261
E-Mail: Email

Andreas Gäẞler

Coordination Serial Storytelling

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Coordination Professional Training Screenwriting

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Phone: +49 221 920188267
E-Mail: Email