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CERTIFICATE IN ELECTRONIC JOURNALISM VIT007

Duration (approx) 600 hours
Qualification
Certificate

Why Study Electronic Journalism?

The publishing industry has changed greatly over recent decades, embracing IT not only for writing, but also production and increasingly for publishing. This is a very good course for anyone seeking a start in today's publishing industry. Most of the writing nowadays is done on the computers even if it is for print.

Opportunities for Electronic Journalism are huge, but writing and publishing in an electronic format is often different in a number of ways.

To be successful as an electronic journalist, you need to understand the world of electronic publishing, and this course provides an excellent opportunity for doing just that. 

This course focusses particularly on online writing.  For example - eBooks, web sites, blogs, and electronic marketing etc.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is suitable for anyone interested in writing online, such as –

  • Journalists
  • Trainee and aspiring journalists
  • Content creators
  • Bloggers and vloggers etc.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

  • Learn Successful Electronic Journalism skills.
  • Develop freelance writing skills, programming a website and an understanding of the modern publishing industry.

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

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the CERTIFICATE IN ELECTRONIC JOURNALISM VIT007
 FREELANCE WRITING BWR102
 GRAPHIC DESIGN BIT205
 HTML (WRITING AN INTERNET WEBSITE) VIT102
 INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT - VIT203
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 2 of the following 6 modules.
 ADVANCED FREELANCE WRITING BWR201 (Applied Writing)
 ASP.NET - BIT200
 BUSINESS STORYTELLING BWR207
 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY BPH202
 INTERNET MARKETING BIT204
 PUBLISHING I - BWR107 (SELF PUBLISHING CHILDREN'S BOOKS)

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ELECTRONIC JOURNALISTS NEED TO MASTER BOTH WORDS AND TECHNOLOGY

Many may aspire to success in this field because they have exceptional skills in writing; or exceptional skills with technology; but in reality, you need BOTH if you are to realize your full potential.

Writers who cannot master computer technology, will struggle in today's workplace. Similarly, I.T. professionals who aspire to be writers, will never succeed unless they can write in a controlled, clear, concise and focused way.

Inexperienced writers sometimes think they should use sophisticated words and long, complex sentences. They see this as the hallmark of good writing, yet this is not the case. Direct, simple sentences are more effective and more efficient than wordy, complex writing. 

Clarity in writing requires the use of easily understood and unambiguous language. Too often, the writer fails to get the message across because he or she has not used simple, clear wording to communicate his or her message. This can make the writing harder to read, and the intended meaning more difficult to identify; having said that, complex writing does have its place.

  • Use words that are familiar to the intended and likely readers.
  • If you want to elaborate on, or clarify, the meaning that you are giving to a word, put it into a context that makes its meaning clear. If necessary, state the meaning you intend.
  • If you use an unfamiliar word, make its meaning clear in the same ways.

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.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT ACS

"Thanks for the tips you gave me on the journalist job ... I was given the job of writing an article ... the experience was great and at least I will be published for the first time."
Gavin 

What Next?

This course will provide you with an extensive insight into electronic journalism.  Studying this course will demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm to writing, and to keep ahead of the changes in the journalism industry.

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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.
Josiane JoubranCSC consultant with IBM, Software QA Engineer, Course Writer and Tutor. Josiane is an I.T professional with extensive experience with computer hardware and engineering in Lebanon and Australia. Josiane has a B.Eng., Grad.Dip.I.T., Master Info.Tech., MCP, MCSE.
Jade SciasciaBiologist, Business Coordinator, Government Environmental Dept, Secondary School teacher (Biology); Recruitment Consultant, Senior Supervisor in Youth Welfare, Horse Riding Instructor (part-completed) and Boarding Kennel Manager. Jade has a B.Sc.Biol, Dip.Professional Education, Cert IV TESOL, Cert Food Hygiene.
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.
Getting Work in a Modern WorldGetting Work in a Modern World is a must read; for students, parents, the unemployed, careers advisors or anyone interested in changing or forging a sustainable career. This is realistic guide to getting a job or starting out in business and understanding different industries. Topics covered in this book include 1/Career Myths, 2/ Finding Your Path, 3/ Understanding Employers, 4/ Preparing for a Job, 5/ Jobs to Consider: Looking to the Future, 6/ Information Technology, 7/ Business, Management and Sales, 8/ Health and Wellbeing, 9/ Horticulture, 10/ Wildlife and Environmental, 11/ Animal Care, 12/ Agriculture, 13/ Hospitality and Tourism, 14/ Media and 15/ Education.
Photographic TechniquesExplore how to take better photos. This is a book packed full of practical tips, from the authors own experience, coupled with a solid introduction to well established and widely practiced photographic techniques. This is a well illustrated, excellent reference for students of photography; and an equally useful source of inspiration to the amateur photographer.
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.