Course Overview

Exclusive - ICS student becomes leading journalist!
Journalists are a vital part of modern life. In fact, it's often their dogged determination to get to the bottom of a story that leads to so many great front-page exclusives.

So if you think you have the dedication it takes, and the nose for a good story, why don't you enrol on the ICS Freelance Journalism course today, and give the other reporters a run for their money?

You'll learn all about the core skills needed to succeed including the different types of journalism, how to put a slant to your story, and how to write for different audiences. We'll also give you valuable tips on how to sell your story on to a newspaper or magazine.

This really can be a rewarding career, so why not take up the challenge with ICS today? You never know, you could soon be the one who's making all the headlines.

Key Topics
Identifying the Reader's Requirements
Making it Appeal to the Reader
Recognising Opportunities
The Final Polish

Pre-requisites
The great news is that you don't need any previous experience to take this course.

Study Time
90 hours approx. For example: 7.5 hours per week to complete in 3 months. Study as little or as much as you wish. 9 months support period.

Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your coursework and with any questions you may have. Plus our team of student advisors are only a phone call away for all the practical advice you may need - so we really are with you 100%.

Exam Details
This course includes a number of assessments that you complete as part of your coursework and then forward to your tutor. Once your tutor has marked and graded your work, they'll send it back to you with their comments, if any.

Qualification
ICS Freelance Journalism Diploma

What our students say
"The Freelance Journalism and Short Story Writing courses from ICS were exactly what I needed to make a go of being a writer. Studying at home was ideal for me as there was no pressure to attend classes or meet deadlines. The feedback from my tutor really improved my confidence and after completing the couses I was offered a job at a local newspaper! I would recommend the courses to anyone interested in getting published - they really changed my life" Sandra Doran, ICS Graduate, Lincoln

Key Jobs
Freelance Journalist

Free With Course
Plus you'll also receive the following FREE textbook: 'English for Writers'

Further Reading
It is recommended that you read the FREE textbook provided with your course to supplement your learning as you progress.