Introduction to Journalism Practice
Classes
Wednesday 30 April - Wednesday 09 July 2025, 6pm-9pm
10 sessions - Check class timetable
Overview
Our Introduction to Journalism Practice short course introduces the role of freelance journalists in the print media. You will acquire basic journalistic skills through writing exercises, presentations and discussions, in addition to examining cultural and ethical issues. Interview skills, working from transcripts and writing for specialist markets will also be addressed during this highly practical course. You will be encouraged to develop professional writing habits.
Assessment is via a 350-400-word news story (25%), 1000-1200-word feature story (25%), 800-word review (25%) and a 400-word news writing simulation test in a computer lab (25%).
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Most of our short courses have no formal entry requirements and are open to all students.
This short course has no prerequisites.
As part of the enrolment process, you may be required to submit a copy of a suitable form of ID.
International students who wish to come to the UK to study a short course can apply for a Visitor visa. Please note that it is not possible to obtain a Student visa to study a short course.
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How to apply
How to apply
You register directly onto the classes you would like to take. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis - so apply early. If you wish to take more than one short course, you can select each one separately and then register onto them together via our online application portal. There is usually no formal selection process, although some modules may have prerequisites and/or other requirements, which will be specified where relevant.