Australian College of Journalism & Cengage Education (formerly Thomson Education Direct) 

Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing 

Are you looking to write stories that will take your readers to fantasy worlds without them having to even get up from their seat? 

Then the Australian College of Journalism and Cengage Education (formerly Thomson Education Direct) Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing course is for you. 

Recently merged, these companies are now able to provide you with greater training opportunities. The Australian College of Journalism has provided specialist courses for over 20 years, and over that time have become a well known and respected distance education provider. And Cengage Education (formerly Thomson Education Direct) is the world's leading provider of consumer-based distance education. 

Designed to get the best out you as a writer, this distance learning course will allow you to develop ideas by taking you through the crucial steps necessary to become a successful fantasy and science fiction writer. 

A definition: Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing 

Science fiction is a genre of fiction in which advances in science, or contact with more scientifically advanced civilizations, create situations different from those of both the present day and the known past. Although science fiction is often written primarily to entertain, many authors use the genre to provide insight into science, society, or the human condition. (Source: Science fiction: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) 

Fantasy is a genre of art, literature, film, television, games and music that uses magic and other supernatural forms as a primary element of either plot, theme, setting, or all three. (Source: Fantasy: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) 

Key areas of learning - Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing 

The benefits 

If you are ready to learn new skills, improve existing skills, make more money, get a better job, launch or advance in a career or start your own business, Thomson Education Direct can help you, as it does thousands of people, year after year. 

• Study at your own place. In the comfort of your own home, while traveling to or from work, or even while you're on holidays. It's up to you. 
• At your own pace. As there are no classes, you work at a pace that suits you, making learning easier. 
• In your own time. You choose when you want to study. Anytime! 
• With qualified tutors. Tutors are qualified in their field with many years of experience. Many are industry leaders, there to provide advice, assess your work and answer your questions. 
• And learning materials are included. Everything you need to successfully complete your course is included, saving you money. 
• At a price you can afford. Courses are competitively priced, allowing you to afford the course you want. 
• With an experienced organisation. Since 1921, Thomson Education Direct has provided quality home training for over 600,000 people. 
• Nationally accredited. Many courses are nationally accredited by ANTA (Australian National Training Authority) and by VETAB (Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board), which means that your course has been prepared to standards accepted by industry and government. 
• Recognition of Prior Learning. Formal recognition for your existing knowledge and skills, so you don't have to spend time having to re learn what you already know, or demonstrate skills you can already perform. 
• Code of Conduct. There is a strict code of conduct and ethics in place to protect you. 

Study at home to get the training you need and the job you want, without leaving your front door. Today, distance learning is recognised as one of the most convenient methods of education. 

Extra learning materials included in the Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing course 

• Media Directory 

Enrol and pay in full now to receive a 10% discount. 

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