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EDITING II BWR302

Duration (approx) 100 hours
Qualification
Statement of Attainment

Why Study Editing?

Editing is an important skill, useful in many different careers. Editors and writers use editing all the time, but it is easy to forget that editing is involved in many different careers. For example, editing reports, courses, articles, blogs, journals, marketing documents etc.  That is why editing is such a useful, and transferable, skill.

Editing II is an intermediate course taking you to a new level with your editing. Building on the foundations of an introduction to editing course, or your previous editing experience, this course will develop your understanding of editing, how editors work with text, and learn about non-text tasks, such as images, layout, design, and more.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is excellent for freelancers and writers alike. You might work/want to work as a professional editor. You might be a writer who wants to improve their editing skills. You might use editing as part of your existing job role. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their editing and writing skills.

It is suggested that you have taken an introductory editing course before this course. For example, Editing I.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

Take your editing skills to the next level with this intermediate course.

Hone your editorial skills with this intermediate level course. Building on the material from Editing I, Editing II expands your knowledge of text types and the different types of language used within each. This course is an important step in opening your editing horizons, proving the knowledge and practice you need to work with books, features, technical documents, and more. At the end of the course, you'll test your skills with a practical editing project.

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

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COURSE STRUCTURE

There are 8 lessons in this module as follows:

  1. Introduction to Editing
  2. Refining Text Editing
  3. Editing Headings
  4. Graphics
  5. Editing and Design
  6. Matching Style and Context
  7. Legal and Ethical Issues
  8. Editing Project

COURSE AIMS

  • To review the current state of editing, determining its scope, nature and trends.
  • To identify and edit text errors that commonly occur in a variety of publishing situations.
  • To write and edit a variety of different headings and captions.
  • To select, edit and mark up graphic illustrations.
  • To edit the layout or design of a publication.
  • To identify an appropriate style for the context of a publication and edit the text to match the determined style.
  • To edit text to remove legal and/or ethical risks.
  • Apply a broad range of skills to editing of a lengthy manuscript in a balanced way.

Working as an Editor or Proofreader

Anything that is written can probably be improved by editing. This includes:

  • Articles
  • Books
  • Newsletters
  • Web Sites
  • Blogs
  • Marketing Materials
  • Legal Contracts
  • Reports (government, business, research, etc)

Editors are employed both because they can bring a fresh pair of eyes to a piece of writing; and because they can save the writer time and money. When anyone writes anything; they tend to get so close to their work that after a while, they don’t readily notice mistakes. An editor is always going to see the material with a fresh pair of eyes and usually notices things that the writer may be repeatedly overlooking.

Some work may require an editor who is also knowledgeable about the material (e.g. Someone who understands both chemistry and editing are needed to edit chemistry).

Editors may perform some, or all the following tasks:

  • Improving its relevance to the intended audience.
  • Providing an impartial view before the writing is released to its intended reader(s).
  • If necessary, restructuring content to present it more logically.
  • Altering the tone or style of language to be more appropriate to the purpose.
  • Identifying errors or inadequacies in grammar, spelling, clarity and conciseness.
  • Identifying inadequacies in layout or illustration.
  • Improving consistency.

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 Testimonial

“I found the course to be extremely helpful. It has given me the confidence and skills to present my work to publishers."~ Dilys

What Next?

Improve your existing editing skills. Develop marketable and efficient editing skills. Editing is a highly sought after skill. You may use it in your workplace or personally.  

Editing is an important skill. If you have a website or blog or write catalogues or information generally, producing high quality, written material is important. How many documents and websites are let down by bad spelling and grammar? 

If you want to be an editor - freelance or employer - or would like to improve your own writing and the writing of colleagues, this course is the one for you.

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Meet some of our academics

Alison Pearce (general)P.G.Cert. Ed., M.Ecotourism, S.Sc. (Hons). Alison has held many positions including: University Lecturer, Writer, Quality Assurance Manager, Research Technician, Vet Nurse and stockwoman. Over 30 years industry experience, mostly in Australia and the UK.. Alison originally graduated with an honors degree in science from university and beyond that has completed post graduate qualifications in education and eco-tourism. She has managed veterinary operating theatre, responsible for animal anaesthesia, instrument preparation, and assistance with surgical techniques and procedures.
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.


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