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EDITING PRACTICE BWR305

Duration (approx) 100 hours
Qualification
Statement of Attainment

Why Study Editing?

There are many different careers in editing. It can be a very rewarding career. You can work as an employee or a freelancer, part-time or full-time, or working in editing as a side hustle.

If you just think how much information there is available today, both online, printed, on TV and radio, you can see just how many editing opportunities there are. Editing scripts, books, eBooks, articles, news, journals, radio programmes, TV programmes and more.

Editing can also be used in many other jobs. For example, you might edit a marketing document or report produced by a company you work for.

By studying editing, you can expand your career opportunities and develop your career.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is suitable for anyone interested in improving their editing.

You might be someone who would like to start working as an editor.

Someone who is already working as an editor, who wants to expand their experience and knowledge of editing.

You might be involved in editing as part of your existing job role. Or perhaps you are a writer who wants to improve the quality of their writing through good editing.

Prerequisites

We suggest that you have some experience of editing and publishing before studying the course, and experience using a computer.

If not, we suggest studying courses, such as the ones below -
Publishing I and Editing I, or equivalent.
Medium level computer skills.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

  • Learn how to edit content and prepare layouts
  • Start a career in editing or publishing.
  • Learn the production of an online publication from start to finish.
  • Develop your ability to edit text and illustrations for articles.
  • Prepare the layout for articles.
  • Improve your skills in Professional Editing
  • You will work with a tutor (member of our academic staff) who will oversee your role as copy editor for an online publication.
  • Use your knowledge to start or advance your career.

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

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Lessons

Editing Practice takes you through the processes of editing for a specific publication, submitting work for publication, and meeting the requirements of an editor and publisher.  The course comprises 4 lessons: -

  1. Working to Specifications
  2. Editing Articles for Online Publications
  3. Submitting Articles for Online Publications
  4. Preparing and submitting Layout for publication


Under the guidance of a mentor (a writing/editing tutor), you will learn to edit according to specific criteria, deal with a publisher, and communicate effectively with others involved in the publishing process.


Why is this such a valuable experience?
It is difficult to get a start in the publishing industry. Publishers are usually swamped by people seeking employment, and applicants may not even be considered unless they have already worked in the publishing field.
This module offers you a chance to improve and develop your writing skills further.
In this course, you will develop essential practical knowledge and skills that you will need in your career as editor or publisher. Under the guidance of a mentor (a member of our academic staff), you will plan, design, write, and publish a magazine, journal, or other publication. Think how that will look on your resumé!

What Are the Advantages of Studying Writing with ACS Distance Education?

  • You can start at any time to suit you.
  • The courses are self-paced.
  • You can study when and where suits you. They are flexible to fit in around you and your lifestyle.
  • Keep up to date on your learning.
  • Update your CV.
  • It is not just a course, it is a package of learning that includes – course notes, tutor feedback, self-assessment tests, research tasks and assignments.
  • Our tutors are all experts in their field, with years of experience in writing.
  • They are also keen and enthusiastic about their subject and enjoy working with students to improve their knowledge and skills.
  • Courses are also updated regularly to meet the demands of the changing needs for knowledge and to keep our courses up to date.

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
We encourage and receive a lot of feedback from our students.  You can view some testimonials here.  Below are some of the testimonials received from students who have completed the Editing Practice course:

"I took the course because I needed to learn to edit electronically. My previous editing course dealt almost exclusively with manual editing. What I wasn't prepared for was that a good deal of emphasis was placed on writing as much as editing. I found this very valuable, given that I actually prefer to write, but I also think you need to be able to edit as well."
ACS Student, Editing Practice

"[My tutor] continually challenged me and I rose to it every time. I had to repeat some of my work, but I did so willingly. What makes her so unusual is her positive attitude. I don't feel that she actually criticised me, but always made constructive suggestions aimed at improving my work, which is why I never minded repeating it. I am also grateful for the way she helped me to sell my writing for the first time. All my published work up to when I sold my first article last year was unpaid work. Her suggestions have also helped me to understand that there are many different types of writing, and I would like to do a course in advanced freelance writing.
K. Box, Editing Practice

What Next?

  • Learn the practical side of editing with this course.
  • Continue to work while you study and develop new marketable skills in editing.
  • Take some time for you - improve your job prospects with this 100-hour course.

 

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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.
Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
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.


Check out our eBooks

English GrammarThe English Grammar ebook can be a great reference for students, people who are learning English and anybody who writes anything- ever. The English Grammar ebook takes grammar back to basics to help confirm correct use of grammar. Topics that are covered within this course include 1/ Introduction- the components of language, 2/ Types of words, 3/ Punctuation, 4/ Upper and lower case, abbreviations, numbers, bullet points and 5/ Using words together.
Professional WritingProfessional writing is any writing that you are being paid for. It can include fiction writing, a best-selling book, articles in a magazine, articles in a newspaper, blogs for companies, technical manuals or procedure manuals, copy for catalogues, newsletters, text books and other academic material and so on.
Creative WritingThe Creative Writing ebook can be useful for writing students or even professional writers to help improve their writing techniques and skills. The Creative Writing ebook is a fabulous starting point for budding writers. The topics that are covered within this book are an introduction to creative writing, Methodology and technique- the building blocks of writing, Genres, Creative non-fiction, creative writing techniques, developing your skill, building your career and a Glossary.