Copy Editing (for Journalism)
UCC Single Module Certificate Course
Start Date:
May 20, 2026
Duration:
10 Weeks / 45 Hours
Time:
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Days:
Wednesdays
Application Fee:
$2,000 JMD (non-refundable)
Course Fee:
$47,000 JMD
Delivery Format:
Hybrid
This course will require you to edit a lot of copy and write numerous headlines related to the media industry.
You will learn and use standard copy-editing symbols in corrections done by hand, as presented by the instructor.
It is imperative that you come to class prepared. You must have read the daily newspapers and the day’s assignments before the start of each class.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- showcase skills in copy editing and headline writing, with some familiarization in the concepts of page design.
- polish and expand their knowledge of AP Style and grammar.
- build awareness and understanding of professional writing standards regarding truth, accuracy, fairness, objectivity and deadlines.
- build critical thinking and evaluation skills in editing, writer-coaching and design, and to prepare students for a media position.
This course is open-entry. There are no prerequisites for entry.
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