Aims

This course will introduce you to the terminology, knowledge and skills relevant for journalism. As a beginner, you will be given an overview of newsgathering and writing to feature writing, interviewing and sub-editing. It will give an intensive introduction to all aspects of print journalism so that you can start making a useful contribution and have a solid foundation to build on as you become more experienced.

Suitability

If you are new to journalism or are interested in beginning a career in journalism or a related industry and are keen to strengthen your knowledge of the field of journalism. You should have a good level of written and spoken English and an awareness of current affairs to fully benefit from this course.

Content

newsgathering and news writing

press conferences

building up contacts, ringing around

feature writing: coming up with ideas for work

structuring your work

preparing a brief to writing the finished article

interviewing skills: face-to-face and on the phone

sub-editing: enough to get people started including proof reading

law: being aware of relevant legal implications for journalists

electronic journalism

advice for the future

Duration: 1 week

Dates: See dates below

Location: Elephant and Castle