A taste of food journalism

Love food and want to write about it? This beginners' course explores the opportunities out there - in newspapers and magazines, TV and radio, as well as online - with advice on how to approach editors.

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Key course information

Dates
24/06/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £47^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HJ042

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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humanities@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2652

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course introduces basic techniques and approaches for enthusiasts who want to learn about food writing. It explores the opportunities out there for people who love food and want to write about it.

What topics will we cover?

* The opprtunities out there in newspapers, magazines, TV, radio and cyberspace
* Identifying your audience
* Coming up with ideas
* Pitching ideas to editors
* Researching and writing your article
* Going forward.

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

Demonstrate a wider understanding of the world of food writing
Identify opportunities in the market
Identify a project to take forward from the course.

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

This is an introductory course. You will need a reasonable standard of English to keep up with the course and an enthusiam for writing about food.

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

Tutor inputs, based on her experience; activities; discussion; exploring examples of food writing.

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

If possible bring along a piece of writing by a food writer you admire as well as pen and paper.

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

No.

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?

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 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
24/06/12	Sun	10:30 - 16:30	1 weeks	£47	£47	£47	HJ042	Available	» Select
15/10/11	Sat	10:30 - 17:30	1 weeks	£45	£27	£13	HJ037	Finished	» Select
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