Is it really possible to become a journalist in nine weeks?
Yes. We condense the essentials into just nine weeks by concentrating on the practical side of journalism, rather than talking theory. But be warned: this course is only for those prepared to work hard to achieve their dream! You start early, finish late and work at weekends. You receive over 400 contact hours, plus a two-week work placement.
And we have been re-accredited by the PTC for the 23rd year, which proves you can learn all the skills in nine weeks.
What does the course cover?
All the core skills required of today's multimedia journalist.
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News and feature writing, interviewing, sub-editing, headline writing, proof-reading, design and layout, online writing and editing, social media skills, media law and shorthand.
PLUS you will...
- Create a magazine from scratch, in print and online.
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Shoot and edit videos for the web and report your experiences on the daily blog.
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Spend two weeks on work placement at a magazine or website.
Do we get lots of lectures?
The course bears very little resemblance to a university course. Journalism is a practical skill. We do it, rather than talk about it.
Our tutors are working journalists, and experts in their field — not lecturers or teachers. The small group size means we monitor you constantly, giving you daily one-to-one feedback.
We treat you as a reporter from day one. (You get a business card saying so!) You write real stories almost immediately. Each day, you learn new skills and apply them in a practical way.
How is the course assessed?
A mixture of continuous assessment with some formal exams.
All of your course notes, research and submissions form a workbook, which are assessed by a PTC-accredited external examiner.
You take examinations in media law, shorthand (pass rate of 60wpm), grammar and proof-reading.
