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FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN EDITING AND PUBLISHING VBS301

Duration (approx) 1000 hours
Qualification
Foundation Diploma

Professional Training in Editing and Publishing

  • Online course. Expert led. 6 core + 4 elective modules. Flexible start date. No deadlines. Self-paced course.
  • Study editing, publishing, writing, freelancing etc. 
  • Writing tips and theory. Extensive writing exercises. Expert tutor feedback.
  • Work in editing, publishing, writing, journalism, content creation.
  • Professional Development Course.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN EDITING AND PUBLISHING VBS301
 EDITING I - BWR106
 EDITING II BWR302
 EDITING PRACTICE BWR305
 PUBLISHING I - BWR107 (SELF PUBLISHING CHILDREN'S BOOKS)
 PUBLISHING II - BWR202
 PUBLISHING III (BUSINESS PRACTICES) - BWR303
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 4 of the following 8 modules.
 ADVANCED FREELANCE WRITING BWR201 (Applied Writing)
 BUSINESS STORYTELLING BWR207
 EDITING FOR SPECIALISTS AND PROFESSIONALS (EDITING III) BWR307
 FREELANCE WRITING BWR102
 PHOTOJOURNALISM PRACTICE I - BPH302
 SCRIPT WRITING BWR204
 TECHNICAL WRITING - BWR301
 WRITING NON FICTION BWR309

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why Study Editing and Publishing? 

The market for books and eBooks is worth billions.  There is a need for knowledgeable editors and publishers with practical experience, that you can gain in this course.  

How Does the Course Work?

At the end of each lesson, there is an assignment to submit to your tutor for marking and feedback.

At the end of each module, there is an exam. The exams can be taken at a time and location to suit you. Or online.

Who are the Writing Tutors on the Course?

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.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

  • Bloggers, journalists, content creators, influencers etc.
  • Editors who want to expand their knowledge of publishing.
  • Publishers who want to learn more about editing.
  • People working in the editing and publishing industry who want to expand their knowledge and understanding of the industry.
  • Freelancers who want to increase their job opportunities in publishing and editing.
  • People who want to demonstrate their commitment to study and learning more.
  • For those seeking professional development/CPD/additional training.

Writers who want to understand more about the publishing and editing industry.

What Next?

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Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

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.
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

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.
How to be a Successful EditorThere are plenty of books that show you the processes involved in editing; but knowing the process is in itself not enough to be a successful editor. This book not only covers aspects of the process; but it also goes beyond the process; showing you things that may help you to become better than the “average” editor.
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.
Technical WritingThe Technical Writing ebook has been written for anybody who would like to become a technical writer, add technical writing to their repertoire of skills, or improve their technical writing skills. Technical Writing is not just limited to scientific or technical documents, is necessary for writing manuals, reports or promotional materials. To be a technical writer you must have a broad range of skills in order to secure employment or ongoing projects, if you are working as a freelance technical writer. To work successfully in this field you will need: - Excellent communication skills - Logic and precision - Excellent word processing skills - To be able to manage projects - To work efficiently and independently - A solid, broad education - Improving your skills and knowledge - Great networking skills