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Political journalism course summary
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£244.50 inc VAT - payment options |
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Potential political journalists |
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3 months |
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ODQLC / ABCC |
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CTJT diploma |
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Money back guarantee |
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Political journalism cour track record
- top UK newspapers use the course to train their journalists - the Manchester Evening News, East Anglian Daily Times, Beds on Sunday and many more
- our students get good jobs
- we are fully accredited and have passed strict government checks
- our students vouch for us. You can speak to them before you enrol. Email us
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Political journalism course entry requirements
The course is for anyone who is serious about journalism, especially if:
- you don't have the time, opportunity or money to go to college. Colleges may charge up to ten times more than we do - and few offer as much
- you're starting journalism later in life
- you're changing career
We look at every application individually. You may have A levels or a degree. But you must have commitment.
What you'll study
You will cover photography, radio journalism and publishing software. So you'll be equipped to work in a multi-media environment.
Political journalism course duration and hours
The course usually takes around 3 to 6 months. E-learning means you can work at your own pace and fit your studies around your lifestyle.
You can do extra work when it's quiet, and cut back if you're busy. And you can take time out if you need to.
Tutor support
You can chat to a tutor using Skype when you need help, or you can e-mail them. You will usually hear back straight away.
We also:
- mark your assignments
- help you find work attachment
- prepare you for job interviews
- provide career guidance
- answer all study-related questions
- help you find work - even after you qualify
Political journalism course tutor
Your tutor will be Cleland Thom, who is recognised as one of the UK's leading corporate media and communications trainers.
Equipment
You'll need:
- access to a computer with an internet connection and a microphone
- Microsoft Word software, or equivalent
- an email account
- an MSN account
- a camera, or a mobile phone with a good camera and camcorder (4 megapixel minimum)
We provide free audio software for the radio journalism modules.
Political journalism course qualification
The course leads to the CTJT diploma, which is which is widely recognised in the UK and is accredited.
Career path
When you qualify, you can get a job as a political reporter on a local or regional newspaper or a news website. You'll find our ex-students on newspapers, magazines and radio stations across the UK and beyond.
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