ALW738 - Editing

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, X)
Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:K Johanson
Incompatible with: ALW607, ALW638

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit aims to give students a grounding in key editorial principles and skills. Students are encouraged to develop their understanding of the relationship between editor, author and reader, with a primary focus on structural editing strategies and copy-editing methods. The unit will acquaint students with the ethical responsibilities of editors, authors and publishers, particularly with regard to copyright and defamation.
The unit is also designed to assist writers to refresh their technical skills and deepen their understanding of the editing and publishing process.

Assessment

Appraisal assignment 30%, Usage exercise 20%, proofreading assignment 10%, editing assignment 40%.

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Student Contribution Rate***Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$680$680$680$2266$2672

* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
**** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2005
***** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2006
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.