Journalist

A Journalist writes and presents news stories in a range of media formats. You might research news events and conduct interviews with news subjects. Journalists may write news stories covering a range of events or specialise in areas such as feature writing or opinion pieces. You might work in newspapers, television, radio, magazines or digital media.

Journalists should have strong writing skills and be comfortable preparing stories for various audiences. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to interview people from a range of backgrounds. Journalists must be able to manage their time well and prepare their work according to strict deadlines.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $79,976
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a journalist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism)

Traineeship
4 months
$12,560
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Multimedia Writer Journalist
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Journalism)

On Campus
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Journalist Science Journalist

Bachelor of Arts (Communications and Media Studies)

On Campus
3 years
$27,402 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Journalism)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Linguistics)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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