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Course Description

Psychological thrillers, gritty crime/mystery, and unsettling horror get preferential treatment as we delve into the darker side of fiction to explore our fascination with the evil of this world and beyond. In this course we will dissect popular works; analyzing stories and writing styles in order to determine what effectively produces fear, dread, and unease on the page.

Learning Outcomes

  • Learn about masterful "Thriller" authors and what makes their work resonate.
  • Apply concepts of plotting, pacing, and characterization to create compelling chills.
  • Produce the opening chapter of an original work of dark fiction.

This course may be applied towards the SCS Certificate(s) in

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Type
Online with Real Time Meetings
Days
W
Time
6:30PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jul 08, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
20.0
Delivery Options
ON-LINE  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $699.00 Click here to get more information
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Section Notes

You will receive login information for your online classroom, Quercus (UofT Learning Management Engine) via email.

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  • This course has a webinar component.
  • Webinars will be held on Wednesdays, 6:30PM - 9:00PM.

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