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Journalism - The Essentials (23/24)

Course Overview

This informative six week course is a straightforward and accessible introduction to the fundamentals of journalism. It is taught by a NCTJ-trained reporter with twenty years of experience working for national, regional and local newspapers and magazines.

What topics are covered?

News and feature story writing; Sourcing and researching stories; Interviewing and basic photography techniques; The skill of reviewing and previewing; Blogging and new media writing; Different writing styles for different publications; Subbing, editing and proof-reading; The importance and practice of press law.

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Course Details

Course Type: Love2Learn

Frequently asked questions

This informative six week course is a straightforward and accessible introduction to the fundamentals of journalism. It is taught by a NCTJ-trained reporter with twenty years of experience working for national, regional and local newspapers and magazines.
No previous experience necessary.
Through lectures, practical exercises, presentations, discussion and group work. Feedback on progress will be given throughout the five weeks and all homework will be individually assessed.