Whether you want to pursue a career in newsrooms, digital media, or freelance journalism, this course provides a solid foundation for aspiring writers, content creators, and anyone interested in the exciting field of media and storytelling.
The Certificate in Journalism is a professional development course that teaches the core principles and practices necessary for a career in journalism.
In this online journalism course, you will explore Australian media law, covering topics such as defamation, privacy, copyright, and reporting restrictions. You will learn to write news stories using the 5Ws and H (who, what, when, where, why, and how), execute interviews, conduct research, and verify facts.
You’ll explore the different types of journalism—news, investigative, feature, digital and opinion—and how to report ethically and with cultural competence and sensitivity. You will also discover the career pathways across traditional and emerging journalism roles.
On completion of this course, you’ll be equipped with the skills, confidence, and ethical knowledge to begin or advance your career in journalism.
Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us.
