School of Journalism Online:
Based in Manhattan NYC, an online / distance learning media school that offers a Certificate in Journalism that is studied from the comfort of your own home or office from anywhere in the world. The flexible Certificate course can be completed in 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years.
Certificate Program in Journalism:
Course Duration:
This program is designed to be completed within one year regular study time, however this can be extended to up to two years.
There is no minimum study time and participants are able to compete studies as quickly as they can absorb the information and successfully complete assignments.
Entry Requirements:
- Very good English language skills.
- High school/secondary school graduation OR Internship/occupation with a publisher while studying OR At least five years of experience in journalism.
- Students often already have a Bachelor's or Master's degree (not required).
Course Content:
The theoretical part provides all the necessary knowledge you need to work as a journalist. The practical part allows you to hone your journalistic skills.
The theoretical part is structured into five fields of competence where each consists of various selectable modules. The fields of competency are:
- Journalistic Working Techniques
- Areas of Journalism
- Genres of Journalism
- Public Relations
- Media Context and Working Conditions