Journalism

If conducting research, investigative work and writing are a passion of yours, you could be the perfect candidate for a career in journalism. Whether you want to write for print, radio, television or online sources, our online journalism course could fast-track your journey in the media sector and provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.

The programme has been designed and created alongside experienced journalists, so you can rest assured that the information will be highly engaging, informative and accurate.

Interested to know more? Explore our course breakdown below or enrol now to get started.

Course Outline
When you enrol on our journalism courses online, you will complete the following units of study:
1 The World of Journalism
The history of media and the free press
The role of new technology
The role of the journalist today
2 New Stories
How to write a news story
The importance of the intro
How to find the right angle
3 Interviewing
Developing interviewing techniques
How to ask the right questions
Preventing the pitfalls
4 Law
What is defamation?
What is copyright?
The legal pitfalls for today’s journalists
5 TV and Radio
The role of radio, TV and the internet
How the radio/TV newsroom work
Writing your news bulletin
6 Writing Skills
Improving your writing
What is house style?
How to file copy
7 Features and Specialisms
How to plan and write a feature
How to write a press release
The role of the photo-journalist
8 Courts
The structure of the courts
How to write a safe court story
What are inquests?
9 Public Administration
The importance of Local and Central Govt
What is the role of Europe?
Covering council meetings
10 Where To Go From Here
CV writing
How does freelance work?
How Will You Benefit?
There are many benefits associated with enrolling on our online journalism courses. For example, you will:
- Advance your career as a journalist
- Study a course that has been created in conjunction with professional and experienced journalists
- Avoid commuting to classes and complete the course online from wherever you choose
- Study at your own pace to finish the course
- Have access to a personal tutor who can assist you and answer your questions
- Get a special 10% discount when you pay for the course upfront. Weekly payment plans are also available if you wish to spread the cost interest-free
Discover the benefits for yourself by signing up for our journalism courses today.
Career Prospects
Journalism can be such a stimulating career path, particularly because you don’t know what you’ll be working on from one month to the next. You could go from writing about politics to international affairs, or entertainment to fashion (depending on which sector you specialise in, of course).
The role of a journalist is both a necessary and important one, as it’s down to you to deliver critical and significant news to the local and national community. You will likely work alongside editors, designers, press and media officers and other journalists to do so, making many industry connections to help develop your career even further.
Career opportunities for journalists
With your journalism diploma, you could go on to work in some of the exciting sectors below:
- Newspapers (local, national and online)
- Magazines (consumer or business)
- Television and broadcasting
- Radio
- Publishing
- Press and public relations (PR)
- Advertising
- Book publishers
- Independent freelance journalist
You also have the thrilling opportunity to go freelance, writing for your own news site or contracting for a range of media organisations and publications. The beauty of this is you can pick and choose the work you want, declining opportunities that don’t seem suitable for you but accepting the ones that really catch your eye.
Some of your day-to-day tasks as a journalist might include:
- Researching and investigating details for a story
- Attending or conducting interviews
- Writing engaging articles that present your findings in an interesting way
- Note-taking, minute-writing or using recording equipment
- Brainstorming new ideas for a potential story
- Following up leads
- Proofreading other articles before they are published
- Being present at and reporting on important events
Course Levels Explained

Diploma
Our journalism course results in a Diploma, a qualification that recognises graduates’ capacity for initiative and judgement across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy (semi-independence) in performing technical operations or organizing others in the workplace.
Prerequisites
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into our journalism course.
So, if you want to advance your career in journalism, simply enrol today.
Course Length
Students typically complete our journalism course within 24 weeks.
However, with no deadlines to adhere to and the ability to work at your own pace, this time period is flexible, meaning you’re in control. Activities and assignments can be completed whenever they’re ready, reducing the stress you might feel when you have to finish a piece of work on time.
If you wish to finish the course quickly, you have the ability to do this, but you can also take up to three years to complete it.
Study Mode: Online Learning
Thanks to distance learning, our journalism course can be completed entirely online. This is also sometimes known as correspondence learning and allows you to work at your chosen pace and adhere to your own personal timetable. It means you can fit the course around other commitments, particularly if you’re working while also trying to develop other skills in your spare time.
The time that would be spent travelling to and from classes can instead be used to complete the course, so you could finish it faster than another course that requires your physical presence. Should you have any questions while undertaking the course, your personal journalism tutor will be happy to help and guide you through the problem.
Recognition & Accreditation

This course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC).
As with all of our courses, the journalism course is designed to bring a practical approach to teaching, and not just a theoretical one. Thanks to the help of industry professionals, the course is rewarding and will help you fast track your career as a journalist.
Already in the Profession or Industry?
Already a journalist? Our course can help you to advance your existing career. By widening your current knowledge and providing you with the opportunity to learn something new, you could see results reflected in your job performance, potentially helping you to gain a promotion.
Plus, the course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction if the programme is sufficiently connected to your current work activities.
What Do I Get?
All the materials you need to complete our online journalism course are included in the course fee. Once you enrol, you will receive:
- All required study materials and course notes
- Assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
- A tutor who will answer all of your course and career questions and provide guidance
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive:
- A graduation certificate officially recognizing your successful completion of studies and qualifications as a journalist
- Transcripts indicating the units completed
- A letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
- Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification (for example: John Smith, DipJour)
- Job search assistance: discover more about our Graduate Career Services Programme
Cut Off Date
Friday, 29th September 2023 is the next enrolment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.
Your enrolment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course it’s at your own pace and you determine when you finish.
Don’t miss out. Enrol today!