Journalism Courses, Classes & Workshops in London
Always wanted to be a journalist? Enjoy our huge range of journalism courses, from introductory tasters to specialist classes on a range of subjects including food and travel writing, freelance journalism, blogging, and more. Our part-time courses are flexible and delivered by experts in the field. All our writing courses are taught by practicing writers.
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Writing for magazines
Course Date: Mon 13 Jan 2020 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: International HouseGet inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £129.00Concession: £52.00 -
Writing reviews
Course Date: Thu 16 Jan 2020
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyLearn to write compelling and insightful reviews for films, books and stage performances. Develop your critical skills and ability to write in a succinct style.Full fee: £209.00Senior fee: £209.00Concession: £84.00 -
Copywriting: a taster
Course Date: Sun 9 Feb 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetGood copywriting skills are increasingly important, whether you want to write your own website or your company’s sales literature, or hope to work in advertising or marketing. We'll cover the core elements of copywriting using examples and practical exercises.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Developing your blogging
Course Date: Fri 14 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetAlready started a blog and want to know how to craft more engaging blog posts? This fun but informative workshop teaches the essential skills required to craft blogposts that will resonate with your audience.Full fee: £19.00Senior fee: £19.00Concession: £19.00 -
Writing about food: a taster
Course Date: Sun 16 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLove food and want to write about it? There’s never been a better time with so much happening in the world of food - from street food markets and pop-up restaurants to 24-hour fine dining and gourmet takeaways. Explore the opportunities in print and online, including blogs.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Introduction to journalism
Course Date: Wed 19 Feb 2020 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetHow do you become a freelance journalist? Discover the basic skills a journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers, magazines, blogs and other online publications. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors. Led by well-established journalist and coach Susan Grossman. Suitable for those looking to refresh their skills and bloggers.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £129.00Concession: £52.00 -
Writing sports news and features
Course Date: Sun 23 Feb 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWhether you want to write about tennis, athletics or the Women's Premier League, this fun but informative day workshop offers guidance on crafting quality sports news and features for online, print and broadcast. The course includes expert guidance from an ex-BBC sports editor.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Writing about food
Course Date: Wed 22 Apr 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLove food and want to write about it? There’s never been a better time with so much happening - from street food markets, pop-up restaurants and supper clubs to 24-hour fine dining and gourmet takeaways - and so many opportunities, with new publications, websites and, of course, blogs.Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £179.00Concession: £72.00 -
Freelance writing and blogging
Course Date: Wed 22 Apr 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetGet inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.Full fee: £209.00Senior fee: £209.00Concession: £84.00 -
Reviewing museums, exhibitions and galleries
Course Date: Sat 6 Jun 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis fun and informative day workshop will consider how to write an effective review of a museum or art gallery, or a specific exhibition. This particularly satisfying form of writing allows you to engage in greater depth with the arts.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Writing press releases
Course Date: Tue 9 Jun 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetNews editors are inundated with badly written press releases. How do you get yours noticed? Learn the basics of writing effective press releases for business and the public sector, and get feedback on your own work.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Tabloid newspaper tales
Course Date: Sun 28 Jun 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDiscover the biggest front page stories of the last 50 years and see how newspapers were transformed from hot metal to digital production and colour. From scandals that rocked politics and royalty to closing down Britain’s largest circulation newspaper. Try writing a news and feature article – just like a journalist and then take home a memorable newspaper front page of one of the biggest news stories ever produced.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Travel writing workshop
Course Date: Mon 6 Jul 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetMake travelling pay. Find out what travel editors of newspapers and magazines look for, and learn how to get a commission, write a saleable article and get your trip financed. Receive practical advice on identifying suitable outlets and contacting editors.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £129.00Concession: £52.00 -
Freelance journalism
Course Date: Mon 20 Jul 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetFast track through the essential skills for writing newspaper and magazine articles with a widely experienced Fleet Street professional. Experiment with challenging interviews and receive insider tips on selling your work.Full fee: £109.00Senior fee: £109.00Concession: £44.00 -
Writing articles workshop
Course Date: Sat 8 Aug 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWork with a freelance journalist to sharpen up your writing in this in-depth workshop. Improve your style and discover the key skills you need to produce high quality articles to a deadline.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £40.00
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