Freelance Journalism Course Frequently Asked Questions

Freelance Journalism Course Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ: Common Questions About Our Freelance Journalism Course.

Please find answers to some of the most common questions we’re asked here. Please feel free to reach out to our friendly team using our contact us page if you have any other questions and will be happy to assist you.

The freelance journalism course is provided completely online. You will be emailed 12 modules of coursework, which covers the fundamentals of becoming a freelance journalist. You complete this online journalism course at home, at your own pace.
Your online freelance journalism course can be delivered to you over either 12 or 24 weeks. The course is designed to be self-paced, meaning there are no set deadlines for your work. Whilst it is recommended that you submit work on a regular basis and get into the habit of keeping deadlines, you have up a year to submit your work.
No, this online journalism course is specifically structured for students with no experience in the field of journalism. In fact the College, along with most editors and publishers, welcome beginning writers. The world is constantly in need of new material and new talent.
At the successful completion of the course, you will receive your Diploma of Professional Freelance Journalism from the British College of Journalism. This provides recognition of the skills you have gained in the field of freelance writing. Your diploma will be posted to your address provided at the time of graduation.
There are a variety of assignments to submit to the College. Some are shorter than others but each requires the development of ideas and/or research into topics. The College advises to allow a minimum of four hours per assignment and as with everything in life, the more you put into it, the more you will get out of it.
Contact with your tutor occurs via email. We encourage all of our students to direct questions to the College, which will then be forwarded onto your tutor. Any administration questions will be addressed by College staff.
Enroling is easy! Follow this link to our sign-up page. If you are experiencing any difficulties, let us know via our contact us page, and we will be happy to assist.
The College is approved with the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC). IARC works with participating institutions across the world including the United Kingdom, United States, Europe, Asia and Australasia. This approval brings recognition of the College having met criteria in the areas of administration, course content, course delivery and student assessment.
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