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?
Accreditation
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to
level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The course is provided in conjunction with Kendal Publishing Limited – a licenced NCFE centre.
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.
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