Diploma of Journalism

Study Method:   Blended
Highest Level of Education:   Diploma
Course Provider:   Macleay College
Start Date:  Enrol anytime
RTO Code:  7096
Course Features: 
  • Project-Based Learning – Our practical curriculum connects you to the real world
  • Career Connections – This course sets you up with the essential knowledge, skills and work experience that employers demand
  • Industry Lecturers – Macleay lecturers are active professionals in their field, bringing the latest insights to the classroom to ensure you are job-ready
  • Guest Speakers – Macleay brings guest speakers on campus offering windows into industry, the latest real-world insights and a chance for students to grow their networks
  • Small Classes – We limit our class sizes to 25 students. This means your lecturers get to know you and can help develop your individual strengths
  • Industry Internships – Develop professional and practical skills throughout your course with our industry-recognised placement programs

Course Overview

Our journalism courses are centred around creativity and innovation, preparing you to succeed in the dynamic fast-paced news media industry. Learn the key disciplines of investigative journalism, international journalism, television reporting, audio journalism and photojournalism. Develop valuable skills in long-form journalism, MOJO (mobile journalism), social media journalism, video, audio and visual storytelling. Learn how to question, research and report as you cover breaking news and trending topics both individually and in teams.

Designed and taught by experienced industry professionals, the Diploma of Journalism course focuses on the latest digital trends in journalism and newsroom practice. Small classes (25 or fewer students) encourage participation and allow for unprecedented personalised teaching and one-on-one guidance.

Career Outcomes

  • Digital Journalist
  • Editor
  • Investigative Reporter
  • Entertainment Reporter
  • Features Writer
  • Photojournalist
  • Radio Producer
  • Reporter
  • Sports Journalist
  • Travel Writer
  • TV Reporter

Duration and Study Load:

  • 1 years full-time
  • 2 years part-time

About course Provider:

At Macleay, you learn by doing. Our diplomas and bachelor degrees offer you an industry-focused alternative to a traditional university experience. You’ll be taught by lecturers working in the field with real-world, contemporary briefs, equipping you with the skills, confidence and the professional networks you need to launch a successful career. Start your career on day one and choose from courses in accounting, advertising and media, business, digital media, journalism, marketing, social media or user experience design.