Copy-editing
Online short course
Improve the quality of written material by editing and proofreading for accuracy and clarity.
10 weeks, excluding orientation
7–10 hours per week, entirely online
Weekly modules, flexible learning
94% learner satisfaction
On completion of this course,
you’ll walk away with:
1
A diverse copy-editing and proofreading skill set applicable to any stage of your professional development.
2
A deeper understanding of English grammar and syntax, and the ability to critically review text and book manuscripts.
3
An understanding of the proper etiquette for providing feedback to authors.
4
An official digital certificate from Africa’s leading university as proof of your copy-editing expertise.
Course curriculum
Over the duration of this online short course you’ll work through the following modules:
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Course Convenor
Dr Martha Evans
Senior Lecturer in Media Studies and Media Production, UCT
Dr Evans has a Master of Arts in creative writing and a PhD in media studies from UCT, where she now teaches journalism and media studies courses. She has worked as a writer, editor, copywriter, and mass communication strategist, and has edited the work of various South African writers. Evans has written for Getaway, the Mail & Guardian, and the Cape Argus, and was the winner of the Sunday Independent travel writing competition in 2008.
In addition to teaching theory courses, Evans is also the production convenor at UCT and teaches multimedia journalism courses that cover the following topics: writing, copy-editing, proofreading, introduction to InDesign, infographic design, and designing for print.
“I was very impressed by this course, the expertise available, and the thoroughness of the content. I’ve learned a great deal over the 10 weeks. The tutor was exceptionally helpful and available.”
– Gillian J. | TEFL Trainer, The International English School, Somerset West
An online education that sets you apart
This UCT online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:
Gain verifiable and relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, entirely online and in your own time.
Enjoy a personalised, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step.
Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones.
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