TAFE NSW

CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Learn the foundations of good journalism and writing for media production including how to research for stories, copyright, interview techniques and ethics. Turn your ambitions of becoming a journalist into a reality and start your dynamic media career.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Completed a Certificate III in Screen and Media or have equivalent industry experience

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $12,560 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$12,560
Full Fee Tuition:
$12,560
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 4 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $12,560 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism) will prepare you for the following roles.

Multimedia Writer

A Multimedia Writer creates blogs and other articles for online publication. You might produce content for podcasts, websites, vlogs and other digi...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Writer

A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...

Avg yearly income $85,020
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.