Journalism Courses Sydney – TAFE NSW On Campus & Online
Looking for journalism courses in Sydney? A TAFE NSW journalism course teaches you news writing, research, interviewing, mobile journalism and ethical reporting at our Ultimo campus, or you can study a journalism course online in a live virtual classroom. Part-time evening study is also available. Build industry-recognised skills and publish your work on a working news site.
Journalism Course at a Glance
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Screen and Media – Podcasting & Mojo (CUA31020), Certificate IV in Screen and Media – Journalism focus (CUA41225), Diploma of Screen and Media – Journalism (CUA51020)
- Delivery: on campus at TAFE NSW Ultimo, Sydney, online in a live virtual classroom, or part-time evenings
- Entry: no experience needed for the Certificate III or IV, and no additional entry requirements beyond TAFE NSW standard requirements. The Diploma requires prior video and audio editing skills
- Fees: released each semester and confirmed before you enrol
- Provider: TAFE NSW, RTO code 90003
Learn Journalism at TAFE NSW Sydney
If you love telling stories, asking questions and keeping up with the news, our journalism courses in Sydney and online are for you. A TAFE journalism course is a practical starting point for a career in news, media, communications or content creation.
You’ll learn to research, write and report stories across print, digital, audio and video, and build a portfolio of published work on TAFE Media, our student news site.
What Will I Learn in a Journalism Course?
- News writing and story structure for print and digital
- Research, fact-checking and finding the angle
- Interviewing for print, audio and video
- Presenting to camera and live reporting, including outside broadcasts
- Mobile journalism (mojo): filming and editing news and vertical social video on your phone
- Video editing for documentary and other short-form video
- Scripting for voiceover and narration
- Podcast storylines, treatments and episode planning
- Features, profiles, lifestyle pieces and blog writing for the web
- Media law and ethical reporting
- Publishing your work on a working news site
TAFE NSW Ultimo offers a Certificate III, Certificate IV and Diploma of Screen and Media with a journalism focus. These are practical, hands-on courses where you produce news stories, features, interviews and digital content in professional media studios and newsroom environments.
Learn from journalists, editors, producers and media professionals with current industry experience. Whether you’re starting out or levelling up, you’ll graduate with a portfolio of published content and multimedia stories to show employers.
Mobile Journalism & Video Journalism Courses
Journalism today is more than writing. Newsrooms want reporters who can find a story, film it, edit it and publish it fast. That’s why mobile journalism (mojo) and video storytelling are built into our journalism courses in Sydney and online, alongside traditional news writing.
In a TAFE journalism course you’ll learn to use your smartphone as a complete newsroom, producing video news stories, interviews and social-first content that audiences actually watch.
- Shooting broadcast-style video news on a smartphone
- Filming interviews, vox pops and pieces to camera
- Recording clean audio and editing video on your phone
- Creating vertical video and short-form news for social media
- Turning one story into text, video, audio and social versions
- Publishing multimedia stories and news packages to your portfolio
Want to start with mojo? The Certificate III in Screen and Media (Podcasting & Mojo) is our online journalism course focused on mobile journalism and audio storytelling, while the Certificate IV and Diploma build your video journalism skills on campus at TAFE NSW Ultimo.
Which TAFE Journalism Course Is Right for Me?
Compare our TAFE NSW journalism courses below, from an online journalism course for beginners to on-campus study in Sydney. Not sure where to start? Follow us on Eventbrite for free taster workshops or fee-free short courses.
| Course | Best for | Delivery | Study mode | Enrol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate III in Screen and Media (Podcasting & Mojo) – CUA31020 | Beginners who want to learn mobile journalism and podcasting online | Online – live virtual classroom | Online | View & enrol |
| Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism focus) – CUA41225 | Hands-on news writing, interviewing and reporting skills | On campus – Ultimo | Full time | View & enrol |
| Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Radio & Journalism) – CUA41225 | Studying around work or other commitments | Flexible delivery – Ultimo | Part-time evenings | View & enrol |
| Diploma of Screen and Media (Journalism) – CUA51020 | Stepping up to editorial planning, long-form and multi-platform storytelling. Prior video and audio editing skills required. | On campus – Ultimo | Full time | View & enrol |
Start dates, timetables, durations and fees are confirmed each semester.
Study a Journalism Course Online with TAFE NSW
Can’t get to campus? Our online journalism course, the Certificate III in Screen and Media (Podcasting & Mojo), is delivered in a live virtual classroom, so you can learn mobile journalism, interviewing and audio storytelling from home with real-time support from your TAFE teachers.
Journalism Courses in Sydney at TAFE NSW Ultimo
Prefer learning face to face? Our on-campus journalism courses in Sydney, the Certificate IV (Journalism focus) and Diploma of Screen and Media (Journalism), are delivered at TAFE NSW Ultimo in inner Sydney, a short walk from Central Station. Working? The Certificate IV (Radio & Journalism) runs part-time in the evenings.
Careers After a Journalism Course
Our journalism courses prepare you for entry-level and freelance roles such as:
- Junior journalist or reporter
- Mobile journalist (mojo reporter)
- Digital content producer
- Communications or PR assistant
- Podcast or audio producer
- Social media and newsroom content creator
Why Choose a TAFE Journalism Course at Ultimo?
- Real-World Learning: produce news stories, features, interviews and digital content in professional media studios and newsroom environments.
- Industry-Experienced Teachers: learn from journalists, editors, producers and media professionals with current industry experience.
- Job-Ready Skills: graduate with a portfolio of published content, multimedia stories, interviews and news packages.
- Further Study: students often progress to AFTRS, university or higher-level Screen & Media qualifications.
Journalism Course FAQs
Can I do a journalism course online?
Yes. Our online journalism course, the Certificate III in Screen and Media (Podcasting & Mojo), is delivered in a live virtual classroom, so you can learn mobile journalism and audio storytelling from home.
Do your journalism courses include video and mobile journalism?
Yes. Mobile journalism (mojo) and video storytelling are part of our TAFE journalism courses. You’ll learn to film, edit and publish video news stories and interviews on your smartphone, as well as write for print and digital.
Can I study journalism part time?
Yes. The Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Radio & Journalism) is offered with flexible delivery in part-time evening classes at TAFE NSW Ultimo.
Do I need experience to study journalism at TAFE?
No. The Certificate III and Certificate IV in Screen and Media have no additional entry requirements beyond TAFE NSW standard entry requirements. The Diploma requires prior video and audio editing skills. Our teachers can help you choose the right level.
How much does a TAFE journalism course cost?
Fees are released each semester and confirmed before you enrol. Check the course page on the TAFE NSW website for current fees and any available funding.
What skills will I gain from a TAFE journalism course?
You’ll learn news writing, research, interviewing, mobile journalism, media ethics and how to publish stories across digital, audio and video platforms.
Which journalism course should I choose?
Choose the Certificate III if you’re a beginner who wants to study online. Choose the Certificate IV for hands-on newsroom skills on campus, or the evening Radio & Journalism option if you’re working. Choose the Diploma if you already have video and audio editing skills and want to step up.
Where are TAFE journalism courses in Sydney?
Our on-campus journalism courses in Sydney are delivered at TAFE NSW Ultimo in inner Sydney, a short walk from Central Station. If you can’t get to Ultimo, you can study a journalism course online instead.
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Ready to Start Your Journalism Career? Enrol or Join a Free Workshop
Have questions about our journalism, radio or social media courses? Email us at radio-journalism-media@tafensw.edu.au, call TAFE NSW on 131 601, or follow us on Eventbrite for free taster workshops or fee-free short courses, where you can meet our teachers and learn about careers in journalism, radio and social media. RTO code 90003.