Media and Journalism

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit teaches students how to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately and persuasively in professional writing contexts. Students learn to employ grammar, syntax, punctuation, evidence and persuasion in writing for a variety of professional purposes and audiences. Seminars are run as ‘writing workshops’ with industry guest speakers discussing their trade including current trends and opportunities for professional writers, editors, and publishers. Students produce several articles during the term and critique the work of others.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. Undertake research for nonfiction publications
2. Plan, draft and edit their own and others’ writing
3. Write clearly, concisely and effectively for a variety of professional purposes and audiences
4. Conduct interviews for nonfiction publications

CERTIFICATION

The optional assessment tasks associated with this unit provide an opportunity for participants to consolidate their learning and to benchmark their understanding against the standard set by Chancellor Institute. Participants enrolled in this unit who successfully complete the optional assessments will qualify for a grade, academic transcript and certificate of completion for that unit. For further details about the assessments, please click on the Curriculum tab or contact our course advisors. Additional unit fees apply for students electing to undertake assessments. Participants who elect not to complete the optional assessments for this unit will receive a certificate of participation for the unit.   Shareable on Linkedin. You can share your certificates in the Certifications section of your LinkedIn profile, on printed resumes, CVs, or other documents.