Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Radio presenting

What makes a good radio presenter? From getting the script off the page and ad-libbing to music presenting and news-reading, you will develop an on-air identity, working as live on mic each week.

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Key course information

Dates
25/04/12 - 23/05/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
5 weeks

Time
15:15 - 17:45

Fees
Full fee: £80
Senior fee: £45
Concession: £44

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DM023*

Availability
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drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

Using discussion, exercise and practice to develop an on-air identity. Learn techniques to: write edit and read broadcast text and get it off the page; ad-lib; present with music; read news; interview; make a simple package and work towards making a short feature.

What topics will we cover?

Presenting, promotion, script reading and writing, ad-libbing, news reading, interviewing and making a short feature.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Establish and build an on-air identity.
Read a news bulletin effectively.
Conduct a radio interview.
Present and produce a package.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

For beginners, through to those with some experience of presentation.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Speak English fluently and clearly.
• To read a script accurately.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Practical exercises.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Making a Radio Programme Course. Other media courses.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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