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CERTIFICATE IN JOURNALISM VWR001

Duration (approx) 600 hours
Qualification
Certificate

Journalist Professional Development Course. 

  • Online journalism course. Flexible Start Date.  1 compulsory + 5 elective modules.
  • Study journalism, photojournalism, freelance writing, editing and more.
  • Improve your writing and journalism skills.

 

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the CERTIFICATE IN JOURNALISM VWR001
 Journalism Practice 1 BWR203
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 5 of the following 12 modules.
 ADVANCED FREELANCE WRITING BWR201 (Applied Writing)
 BIOGRAPHICAL WRITING BWR205
 BUSINESS STORYTELLING BWR207
 COPYWRITING BWR310
 EDITING FOR SPECIALISTS AND PROFESSIONALS (EDITING III) BWR307
 EDITING I - BWR106
 EDITING II BWR302
 EDITING PRACTICE BWR305
 FREELANCE WRITING BWR102
 GRAPHIC DESIGN BIT205
 PHOTOGRAPHIC PRACTICE BPH101
 PHOTOJOURNALISM PRACTICE I - BPH302

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who tutors on the course?
This course has been developed by, and is taught by, successful Journalists, Editors and Authors with work published around the world. The course is continually reviewed to ensure relevance to an ever-changing industry.  Through interaction with these experts you will develop a very hands-on understanding of the global industry, and develop an improved capacity to not only write, but write marketable work.

The course was written and developed by international writers and tutors, including –

John Mason - author of over 150 books, 2000+ articles, for a range of publishers including Simon and Schuster, Landlinks Press (CSIRO Publishing), Harper Collins and Hyland House.

Rosemary Davies – Horticultural writer and presenter. Full time columnist with the Herald and Weekly Times for years.  Worked for a number of companies in writing and publications.

Tracey Jones – Psychologist and writer. Course writer and developer for over 25 years. Fiction writer, particularly interested in supernatural fiction and folklore.

Why Study Journalism?

Being a professional writer is not just about writing well: it also requires you to be able to write fast, work under pressure. You also need to be prepared to write what an employer wants, which is not always the same as what you want. You may need to do more than just write too. The best writers may also need to have strong skills in I.T., business and photography. This is the reality of journalism. If you can get past these considerations, and with a bit of luck, you may be able to forge a serious career.

Study Journalism to -

  • Develop a career in the exciting profession of journalism with this substantial course.
  • Make your dream a reality.
  • Developed and taught by experts in the field. 
  • Improve your journalism skills.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

Suitable for beginners and those wishing to advance their career - the inclusion of an elective module enables students to tailor the course to a desired area of specialty.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

Study Journalism –

  • Develop your writing and editing skills.
  • Learn about the writing industry and develop techniques for better writing.
  • Understand the importance of editing, and how to edit and assess written content.
  • Learn about publishing and the use of imagery.
  • Learn to write better.
  • Learn about freelance writing.
  • Understand the stages of preparing articles - from writing, through editing and preparing graphic content, through to publishing.
  • Explore the world of journalism, develop your contacts within the industry and discover opportunities for work.
  • A wide range of Electives means students choose to study a special area of interest to them.

This course is suitable for professional/career development, CPD or personal interest.

Do you want to be a Journalist?
Journalists are primarily writers who are writing for periodicals (i.e. items such as newsletters or magazines which are published at regular intervals). Some journalists work on staff for a publisher from the publishers office, while others may work on a freelance or contract basis, from home, submitting articles which have been commissioned, or on spec (i.e. in the hope they will be accepted).

Freelance journalists often start slow, only getting occasional articles published early in their career; but with persistence and good luck, they can develop a reputation and network of publishers who accept their work (so much so that they can earn a comfortable living from their writing).

Some in house journalists will find themselves being used to perform a range of other jobs in the office where they work. Particularly in smaller publishing houses where they may need to help with editing, layout (preparing publications for printing), web site development, marketing copy writing, conducting interviews, answering the phone, research for articles, photography, etc.

Some freelance journalists supplement their income by undertaking other work as well, such as contract editing for publishers, writing advertising copy or web site development, taking and selling photos, etc.

How Does the Course Work?

The course requires the completion of 6 x 100 hour modules.

There is 1 compulsory module. You then choose 5 modules from the list of electives above.

At the end of each lesson, there is an assignment to submit to your tutor for marking and feedback.  There is also an exam at the end of each module. This can be taken at a time and location to suit you, or online.

What Next?

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Meet some of our academics

John MasonWriter, Manager, Teacher and Businessman with over 40 years interenational experience covering Education, Publishing, Leisure Management, Education, and Horticulture. He has extensive experience both as a public servant, and as a small business owner. John is a well respected member of many professional associations, and author of over seventy books and of over two thousand magazine articles.
Maggi BrownMaggi is regarded as an expert in organic growing throughout the UK, having worked for two decades as Education Officer at the world renowned Henry Doubleday Research Association. She has been active in education, environmental management and horticulture across the UK for more than three decades. Some of Maggi's qualifications include RHS Cert. Hort. Cert. Ed. Member RHS Life Member Garden Organic (HDRA) .
Tracey Jones (writing)Tracey has enjoyed creative writing since she was a child. She has had several short stories published and a novella. She is also a keen writer of children's stories and poetry. She has also written many academic and non-fiction books in the fields of psychology, sociology, child development, writing and marketing.


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