Journalism with Online PR & E-Commerce Modules - Online course

Journalism is an exciting career choice for those interested in gathering, reporting, and analysing information and writing it in an easy to read and understand way. It is a competitive arena that has changed intensely over the last few years and is expected to continue changing as new technology is introduced.



Created by successful industry experts with a wealth of experience, this online Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism course will provide you with a deep understanding of the environment in which modern journalism functions. Your comprehensive skills and understanding of different media channels will successfully prepare you for various roles in a wide variety of businesses and organisations.



Course Features:

Benefiting from over 30 years’ practical skills training experience, Fitzwilliam Institute’s Online Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism course features:

• Comprehensive modules covering all aspects of Journalism: The Role of the Journalist, History, Role and Business of Print Media, News Writing Skills, Sourcing, Research, Feature Articles, Opinion Columns, Reviews, Newsroom structure, Ethics Law and Copywriting, Freelance Journalism, Online Journalism, Writing for the Web, Print and Design,. Broadcast Journalism, Radio, etc. In addition, modules in Social Media and Online PR are included in this course.

• Interactive course expert support, advice and guidance from leading industry professionals. Always ready to help and answer any questions you might have throughout the course, all of Fitzwilliam Institute’s Journalism course experts are top industry professionals with many years of successful experience. Upon completion of this online Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism all of our students are industry-ready.

• Real life Journalism briefs. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism empowers participants with practical and specific skills that can be applied in real world situations. You will gain exposure to invaluable toolkits and prepare real life Journalism briefs, enabling you to develop your work portfolio.

• Flexible online learning. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism course can be completed in your own time, from the comfort of your own home, to suit your lifestyle. You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

• Journalism Jobs, Networking and Volunteer Opportunities. Benefiting from many years of industry experience, we are extremely well placed within the industry. Employers are always looking for Fitzwilliam Institute’s Journalism students and alumni. Our website features a comprehensive jobs and volunteer opportunities section.



On successful completion of this course you will receive a Professional Postgraduate Diploma qualification that is certified and awarded by the ICM (Institute of Commercial Management).

Please see "Course Web Page" above for list of subjects.

Criteria for eligibility must be met in full prior to commencing the programme. For successful enrollment on the Postgraduate Diploma course, the minimum entry requirement is a prior Degree level qualification.

Enrolment intake is strictly limited on this course. Early application is advised. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

Start date: 14 June 2024