Print Journalism (QQI Level 5)

Course Content

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

acquire the ability to write in different registers
be able to edit and layout newspaper pages
undertake research on a given topic
demonstrate an understanding of political and social affairs both national and international.

Who should complete this course?

Students who wish to achieve a QQI credit in Print Journalism 5
Students who wish to complete the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Media Production.

Topics covered include:

Writing Skills
Editing and Sub-Editing
Journalism (Technology)
Research Skills
Politics and Social Affairs.

Course Details

College	The Open College
Course ID	125690
Course Location	Leopardstown, Dublin
Location Postcode	Dublin 18
Course Type	Distance Learning
Course Qualification	Level 5 Certificate
Awarding Body	QQI
Awarding Body Details	QQI Level 5 component Certificate in Print Journalism (5N2152)
Course Duration	8 weeks
Course Time	This Print Journalism – QQI Level 5 course is completed through Distance Learning Course and there are no lectures to attend. Students can complete this course within 8 weeks which is ample time and can start it at any time of the year that is convenient. If students need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course they can request an extension through the college.
Course Fee	314
Entry Requirements	Leaving certificate, Level 4 certificate or equivalent in a relevant subject area and/or relevant practical experience (3 years minimum) – Please ask about our requirements surrounding Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for entry. Mature students (over 23 years) may be exempt from the above prerequisites. English Language Requirement: Students entering programmes leading to awards at Level 5 are expected to be able to: be proficient at reading, drafting, preparing and understanding information across a broad range of topics, including quantitative information. Learners undertaking this programme must have basic IT skills and access to the necessary equipment to enable them to undertake an online programme: computer, broadband, email, Microsoft, recording equipment necessary for some skills demonstration tasks, and where applicable any other specialised software/equipment. As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
Career Path	Students who wish to achieve a QQI credit in Print Journalism 5 Students who wish to complete the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Media Production.
Course Code	5N2152

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The Open College

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