Certificate of Journalism
SUBJECTS
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The World of Journalism |
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o The history of media and the free press
o The role of new technology
o The role of the journalist today |
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New Stories |
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o How to write a news story
o The importance of the intro
o How to find the right angle |
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Interviewing |
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o Developing interviewing techniques
o How to ask the right questions
o Preventing the pitfalls |
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Law |
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o What is defamation?
o What is copyright?
o The legal pitfalls for today's journalists |
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TV and Radio |
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o The role of radio, TV and the internet
o How the radio/TV newsroom works
o Writing your news bulletin |
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Writing Skills |
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o Improving your writing
o What is house style?
o How to file copy |
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Features and Specialisms |
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o How to plan and write a feature
o How to write a press release
o The role of the photo-journalist |
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Courts: |
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o The structure of the courts
o How to write a safe court story
o What are inquests? |
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Public Administration: |
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o The importance of Local and Central Govt
o What is the role of Europe?
o Covering council meetings |
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Where To Go From Here |
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o CV writing
o How does a freelance work? |
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How Will You Benefit? |
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Fast track your career in journalism -
Learn the inside secrets of how to become a journalism pro in months not years! -
Study an journalism course that was designed in conjunction with the journalism industry -
Free up valuable time, don't waste time and money travelling to classes -
Study at your own pace whenever and wherever you are -
Have access to a tutor who works in the industry you are training for -
Easy interest free payment plans from as low as $49 per week
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Career Prospects |
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Start an exciting career as a journalist within print, radio, television or online mediums! The ICI journalism course offers you a unique opportunity to develop a full-time or part-time career as a professional journalist with a variety of establishments including:
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Metropolitan newspapers -
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Consumer magazines -
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Television stations -
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Public relations / publicity agencies -
Advertising agencies -
Book Publishers -
or you may wish to work as an independent freelance journalist.
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Course Levels Explained / Prerequisites |
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This course leads to the awarding of either a Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma depending on which level you enrol at. The different levels are achieved by the amount of course content and assessments involved within each module at the basic (Certificate), intermediate (Diploma) and advanced (Advanced Diploma) levels. You will be able to learn about what the difference is between the three levels below:
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Certificate: represents a basic level of operational knowledge with general knowledge. Suitable for basic entry level positions.
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Diploma: qualifications recognises the graduates capacity for initiative and judgment across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy (semi-independence) in performing technical operations or organising others in the workplace.
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Advanced Diploma: The graduate is able to apply a significant range of principles and techniques across various contexts and functions. Graduates can expect to be involved in significant judgments, planning, and leadership/guidance functions related to workplace products, services, operations or procedures.
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into any course level. Students may enrol directly into the diploma or advanced diploma levels without completing lower ranked qualifications. Graduates can expect higher course levels to result in higher potential salary, positions and skill capabilities. |
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Course Length |
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(Source: 2008 Student Graduation Statistics) |
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The average time within which students complete studies is:
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Certificate Level - 14 weeks, -
Diploma Level - 24 weeks, -
Advanced Diploma Level - 31 weeks.
ICI courses allow you to study at your own pace with no assignment deadlines. This means that you determine the pace of the course and within which time period you will ultimately complete your studies in.
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Completing your course with ICI is flexible as you can fast-track and graduate in a matter of months. You complete activities and submit assignments whenever you are ready. -
The maximum time given to complete a program is three years.
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Study Mode : Distance Learning |
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This entire course is carried out via Distance Learning (also known as correspondence learning). Distance learning is ideal if you need to adapt around work, family, or other commitments. It is also extremely beneficial should you simply wish to fast track your studies (and career) and not be locked into a timetable.
Our course content and learning experience ensure that your course is relevant and interesting. Learning, tutorial assistance, assessments takes place whenever and wherever you are in the country or world. It takes place at your own pace on your own terms to fit your lifestyle. As an ICI student, you’ll never endure a pop quiz, spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars travelling, and never be late with an assignment or for class.
Enrolments statistics reveal that students from the following categories are currently taking advantage of the distance learning experience at ICI:
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Government, business & industry employers 32% -
High school leavers 20% -
Individuals looking to start a business or change career paths 18% -
Individuals already in the industry looking to formalise and/or update knowledge and seek a promotion 11% -
Military personal 11% -
Stay at home mothers 8%
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Recognition & Accreditation |
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 This course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC). The courses offered by ICI are unique as they take a very "hands on" approach. Our courses are not designed to teach you just the "theory" behind the industry - they are written and tutored by industry professionals and will fast-track you into a new career of your choice.Various government departments and business's have enrolled their own staff with ICI for further training and development and is a strong indicator of acceptance and recognition by employers and industry.
The following is a partial list of companies and government departments which have enrolled or sponsored staff into ICI courses: |
Already in the Profession or Industry?
This course and qualification is a great way of consolidating existing knowledge via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), updating your industry skills and contributing towards your professional development. It is also one of the most practical steps you can take towards working towards gaining a promotion or better paid position.course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction as long as the course is sufficiently connected to your work activities.
| Student Testimonials & Survey |
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 Having left full time employment to have a child I was a 'stay at home mum'. I really wanted to find a way of turning my writing skills into an income. The ICI journalism course allowed me to become a freelance journalist and earn an income on a flexible basis. I was able to work at my own pace without the pressure of deadlines. I would not have been able to achieve what I have without this course. Thank you!
- Clara Burton |
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The journalism program was a very enjoyable and worthwhile course. It provided me with a wide range of knowledge in all areas of journalism and gave me a focused idea of what career I wished to pursue within the media industry.
- Jonathan West | |
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