Free Online Journalism Courses

What is the role of the media? Do journalists still have a place in society? And what counts as ‘news’ and who decides? All these crucial questions and more are answered in our diplomas and courses on media and journalism. You will learn how to write feature stories, what journalistic ethics involves and key interviewing skills so you can get to the heart of a story.
And ‘new media’ is covered too, like blogs and podcasts. D...…Read MoreWhat is the role of the media? Do journalists still have a place in society? And what counts as ‘news’ and who decides? All these crucial questions and more are answered in our diplomas and courses on media and journalism. You will learn how to write feature stories, what journalistic ethics involves and key interviewing skills so you can get to the heart of a story.
And ‘new media’ is covered too, like blogs and podcasts. Delve into digital threats, safety and protection, as well as discovering how to write compelling scripts and choose imagery that draws your reader in. For anyone who wants to be a content creator, editor or even news photographer, a background in journalism and media is a must. Our courses are self-paced so you can fit them into your schedule. Plus, we don’t charge registration, subscription or enrollment fees so you can do as many courses as you like for free. Certification is an optional extra if you want to prove to employers, clients or commissioning editors that you are qualified. Many successful novelists and screenwriters have experience as journalists that was useful in their later careers because it taught them how to shape a story, find the unique angle and impart important information in an interesting way.Read Less