On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to...
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Students on this course will enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops will be discussed. You'll also learn how to put stories together and get them published.
Students say:"It gave me a practical understanding of journalism"; "I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing"; "Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share."
What will we cover?
- News and feature writing.
- Editing skills.
- Interviewing technique.
- How to use facts and quotes.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
-Write a news introduction.
- Write a feature introduction.
- Understand the difference between news and features.
- Edit your stories to length.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is an introduction course and no previous knowledge or skills are required. Energy and enthusiasm are more important than writing experience. It is also suitable for foreign language students with a reasonable level of English.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom.
All writing courses at City Lit will involve an element of workshop. This means that students will produce work which will be discussed in an open and constructive environment with the tutor and other students. The college operates a policy of constructive criticism, and all feedback on another student’s work by the tutor and other students should be delivered in that spirit.
For classes longer than one day regular reading and writing exercises will be set for completion at home to set deadlines.
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Purchase of publications/magazines from your target area is advisable.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.
All students are invited to join us at Late Lines, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to Between the Lines, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on Facebook and Twitter.
Susan Grossman has had a long career as a travel, food and health writer. She has broadcast for BBC Radio 4, presented the Food and Drink programme for BBC2, been travel editor on the Telegraph Magazine, and published five travel guidebooks. She lectures on the Journalism MA at Westminster University and teaches journalism at City University. She is a ILM-certified career coach and mentor and works remotely with freelancers and media professionals.
Liam KonemannSee moreSee less
Liam Konemann is a writer and editor based in London. He is the author of the non-fiction book The Appendix: Transmasculine Joy in a Transphobic Culture (2021) and a novel, The Arena of the Unwell (2022; both 404 Ink). A freelance journalist since 2015, his work has appeared in Gay Times, NME, Dazed and more.
Allis MossSee moreSee less
Dr Allis Moss is a freelance journalist and broadcaster. Allis has worked for a number of channels and publications including Radio 1,2,3,4, 5, Five Live and World Service. She has contributed to flagship programmes like Radio 4's 'From Our Own Correspondent', BBC World TV news, The New European, The Independent, Time Out Paris, and was a UK correspondent for Radio France and Radio Netherlands Worldwide. On historical themes, Allis has appeared on Radio 3's 'Free Thinking' and written-presented World Service's 'Witness' and 'Heart and Soul'. Allis also had her own weekly column in her local paper and has been spotted on centre court at Wimbledon tennis (standing still at the mic!) as announcer-blogger for the world-famous championships. She completed her history PhD as a White Rose Scholar for Leeds University and gained distinction as a postgraduate in Historical Studies at Oxford University. Allis is the author of the local history book ‘The Jigsaw Journey’ supported by an Arts-in-Action award telling the stories of a West Sussex town. Allis was also a writer-announcer for BBC1 for three years and taught at the Global Institute, London Met and Southampton Solent universities.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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<b>Students say:</b> <i>"It gave me a practical understanding of journalism"; "I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing"; "Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share."</i>On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.- News and feature writing.<br />
- Editing skills.<br />
- Interviewing technique.<br />
- How to use facts and quotes.-Write a news introduction.<br />
- Write a feature introduction.<br />
- Understand the difference between news and features.<br />
- Edit your stories to length.The course is an introduction course and no previous knowledge or skills are required. Energy and enthusiasm are more important than writing experience. It is also suitable for foreign language students with a reasonable level of English.This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom. <br />
<br />
All writing courses at City Lit will involve an element of workshop. This means that students will produce work which will be discussed in an open and constructive environment with the tutor and other students. The college operates a policy of constructive criticism, and all feedback on another student’s work by the tutor and other students should be delivered in that spirit. <br />
<br />
For classes longer than one day regular reading and writing exercises will be set for completion at home to set deadlines.<br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.Purchase of publications/magazines from your target area is advisable.City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.<br />
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All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href=" https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.JournalismJournalismvirtual1187710Introduction to journalism159159https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/i/n/introduction_to_journalism-square_2.jpgInStockDaytimeWedOnlineAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-02-18T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersFeb 2026WritingHJ003159159Introduction to journalism15980159Susan Grossmanintroduction-to-journalism/hj003-2526On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.0000-Available|2026-02-18 00:00:00Students on this course will enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops will be discussed. You'll also learn how to put stories together and get them published.<br />
<br />
<b>Students say:</b> <i>"It gave me a practical understanding of journalism"; "I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing"; "Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share."</i>On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.- News and feature writing.<br />
- Editing skills.<br />
- Interviewing technique.<br />
- How to use facts and quotes.-Write a news introduction.<br />
- Write a feature introduction.<br />
- Understand the difference between news and features.<br />
- Edit your stories to length.The course is an introduction course and no previous knowledge or skills are required. Energy and enthusiasm are more important than writing experience. It is also suitable for foreign language students with a reasonable level of English.This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom. <br />
<br />
All writing courses at City Lit will involve an element of workshop. This means that students will produce work which will be discussed in an open and constructive environment with the tutor and other students. The college operates a policy of constructive criticism, and all feedback on another student’s work by the tutor and other students should be delivered in that spirit. <br />
<br />
For classes longer than one day regular reading and writing exercises will be set for completion at home to set deadlines.<br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.Purchase of publications/magazines from your target area is advisable.City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.<br />
<br />
All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href=" https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.JournalismJournalismvirtual2539705Introduction to journalism159159https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/i/n/introduction_to_journalism-square_36.jpgInStockEveningWedKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-04-22T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersApr 2026WritingHJ005159159Introduction to journalism15980159Liam Konemannintroduction-to-journalism/hj005-2526On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.0000-Available|2026-04-22 00:00:00Students on this course will enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops will be discussed. You'll also learn how to put stories together and get them published.<br/><br/><b>Students say:</b> It gave me a practical understanding of journalism; I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing; Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share.On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.- News and feature writing.<br/> - Editing skills.<br/> - Interviewing technique.<br/> - How to use facts and quotes.-Write a news introduction.<br/> - Write a feature introduction.<br/> - Understand the difference between news and features.<br/> - Edit your stories to length.The course is an introduction course and no previous knowledge or skills are required. Energy and enthusiasm are more important than writing experience. It is also suitable for foreign language students with a reasonable level of English.This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.Purchase of publications/magazines from your target area is advisable.City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.<br/><br/>All students are invited to join us at <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting">Twitter</a>.JournalismJournalismvirtual15915980HJ001,HJ003,HJ005NONEMon,Wed18/02/26 - 25/03/2612:30 - 14:3012:3014:306 sessions (over 6 weeks)65-10 weeksWeekdayOnlineOnline,Keeley StreetAllis Moss,Susan Grossman,Liam KonemannBeginnersStarted: last chance to book,Available courses2025-11-03T00:00:00+00:00,2026-02-18T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-22T00:00:00+00:00Evening,DaytimeNov 2025,Feb 2026,Apr 2026Writing159159Introduction to journalismintroduction-to-journalism/hj001-2526,introduction-to-journalism/hj003-2526,introduction-to-journalism/hj005-2526On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.0000-Available|2026-02-18 00:00:00Students on this course will enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops will be discussed. You'll also learn how to put stories together and get them published.<br />
<br />
<b>Students say:</b> <i>"It gave me a practical understanding of journalism"; "I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing"; "Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share."</i>,Students on this course will enjoy a well-rounded introduction to the basics of freelance journalism. The key components of writing news, features and vox pops will be discussed. You'll also learn how to put stories together and get them published.<br/><br/><b>Students say:</b> It gave me a practical understanding of journalism; I liked the friendly atmsophere and getting feedback on my writing; Our tutor was very engaging and had a wealth of knowledge to share.On this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.- News and feature writing.<br />
- Editing skills.<br />
- Interviewing technique.<br />
- How to use facts and quotes.,- News and feature writing.<br/> - Editing skills.<br/> - Interviewing technique.<br/> - How to use facts and quotes.-Write a news introduction.<br />
- Write a feature introduction.<br />
- Understand the difference between news and features.<br />
- Edit your stories to length.,-Write a news introduction.<br/> - Write a feature introduction.<br/> - Understand the difference between news and features.<br/> - Edit your stories to length.The course is an introduction course and no previous knowledge or skills are required. Energy and enthusiasm are more important than writing experience. It is also suitable for foreign language students with a reasonable level of English.This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom. <br />
<br />
All writing courses at City Lit will involve an element of workshop. This means that students will produce work which will be discussed in an open and constructive environment with the tutor and other students. The college operates a policy of constructive criticism, and all feedback on another student’s work by the tutor and other students should be delivered in that spirit. <br />
<br />
For classes longer than one day regular reading and writing exercises will be set for completion at home to set deadlines.<br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.,This is a highly practical course with a focus on both group and individual work. We will have discussions about articles, you will produce your own copy, and there will also be activities to complete outside of the classroom. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.Purchase of publications/magazines from your target area is advisable.City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.<br />
<br />
All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href=" https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.,City Lit run a range of journalism courses. Please search our website for 'journalism' to find more courses.<br/><br/>All students are invited to join us at <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting">Twitter</a>.JournalismJournalismconfigurable
