Editorial English (PUBL90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
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This subject focuses on the key communication skill of editing. It introduces students to the linguistic conventions of editorial English, the use and interpretation of copy-editing symbols, and the parameters of a variety of house styles. Students will also learn the principles and practice of editing on screen and the procedures required to ensure editorial transparency and accountability in an electronic environment. The subject offers an overview of the major components of the editing process, with an emphasis on editing for consistency and cohesion. On successfully completing this subject, students will have a sound grasp of the linguistic and procedural aspects of copy-editing.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should have:
- High-level written and oral communication skills through contribution to class discussions, the completion of exercises and assignments, wide reading on issues of contemporary English usage, and exposure to the protocols of editorial practice
- A capacity for effective teamwork through group discussions, collaborative exercises and involvement in author/editor negotiations
- Cultural and ethical understanding through reflection and reading on issues of inclusive and non-discriminatory language and the ethical responsibilities of the editor
- Information technology literacy and understanding of information management through participation in computer laboratory sessions and completion of exercises and assignments
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:
- Research skills, including the use of online as well as print-based materials in the course of exercises and assignments
- Time management and planning through managing workloads for recommended reading, tutorial presentations and assessment requirements
- Capacity for critical analysis through close engagement with a wide range of texts
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- MC-PUBCOM Master of Publishing and Communications
- D01LF Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing
- GDA-PUBCOM Graduate Diploma in Publishing and Communications (Advanced)
- GCA-PUBCOM Graduate Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
An online copy-editing test
| Week 5 | 20% |
A manual editing assignment
| Week 8 | 40% |
A computer-editing assignment
| During the examination period | 40% |
| Hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of (or at least) 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures, in person or via online delivery. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. (Complete not less than 50% of word count) | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 2% per working day. After five working days, assessment submitted without an approved extension will not be accepted. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Hollen Singleton Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Total 24 hours: 1x2-hour seminar, taught weekly Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 23 June 2023 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Hollen Singleton Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Total 24 hours: 1x2-hour seminar, taught weekly Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
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Last updated: 31 January 2024