Freelance Jouralism Level 3

Freelance Journalism

The course is divided up into 8 units, as follows:

Unit 1 : Introduction

What can this course do for you?

Why do we need content?

How is style arrived at?

How do we know what an editor wants?

Where is analysis important?


Unit 2: Markets

Presentation

Keeping records

What the editor wants

How to analyse

What the reader wants


Unit 3 : Content

What do I write?

Why do I need to find ideas?

How do I save time and trouble?

When do some themes not sell?

Where is interviewing a factor?


Unit 4 : Style

How do I write?

Why do I need to find the right tone?

How do I use the basics well?

When do I use structure?

Where is re-writing a factor?


Unit 5 : Techniques

What techniques will help me sell my work?

Why do I need new angles?

How do basic techniques help?

When is the "writer's dozen" valuable?


Unit 6 : Practical Matters

What is defamation?

Why is reputation important?

How do I avoid libel?

When is copyright important?

Where are photographs a factor?


Unit 7: Fiction Writing

What do editors not want?

Why is market analysis valuable?

How do I undertake market analysis?

When is plotting useful?

Where is characterisation a factor?


Unit 8 : No Excuses – Verse, Criticism and Sports Writing

What is critical writing?

Why does verse usually not sell?

How do I see about income tax?

When is executive writing used?

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Assessment

Each element is followed by a written assignment, which is submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.