What do our Graduates say?

What do graduates say about the journalism course?

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing students achieve their writing goals. The British College of Journalism is proud to have helped graduates develop successful freelance writing careers, secure publication opportunities, and build specialist journalism skills.

These freelance journalism course reviews and graduate success stories highlight the experiences of students who have completed the course and applied their skills in the real world.

Select a graduate profile to learn more about their journey and achievements.

Kokumo N

If you’re looking to improve your writing skills, whether as a beginner, or mature writer, who just want to brush up your talents, I would recommend the British College of Journalism.

Sharon R

I pitched to my local newspaper, which accepted it and published a feature story a few days ago, complete with 500 words and accompanying photographs.

Yuanyuan D

I had an article successfully published in the Singapore newspaper The Strait Times, which motivated me further and has given me the confidence to reach out to high-profile magazines in the future. I believe I can capitalise on my strength as a bilingual writer, tapping into trans-cultural issues, which will gain more momentum in an increasingly globalised world.

Zoe R

I am currently three-quarters of the way through the course and have just been commissioned to write my second paid article.

Melita C

The Professional Freelance Journalism Course gave me the confidence to start my career in freelance journalism. The in-depth educational material equipped me with the skills I needed to get published.

Raheela K

Although I was already a published author in medical research writing, completing my Professional Journalism Diploma was a transformative experience that expanded my skill set in ways I hadn’t anticipated.

Olga E

…. a stock of written travel articles is in the process of being pitched to the potential publications.

Adebayo A

I can confidently say I learnt every trick of the trade to write for any market. This course has improved and enlightened my professional knowledge and skills to writing and establishing my own magazine.

Paul B

Combining my industry expertise with a more solid foundation in journalism has definitely given me a foot-up and I now write regularly for a number of publications in this area.

George A

I’ve always enjoyed writing, but never seriously thought I’d be able to make money from it. After reading all about the course I decided to give it a go, and I’m very glad that I did so. At the time of writing I’m currently undertaking my fourth paid commission.

David W

Since gaining my qualification, I’ve gone onto Broadcast Journalism and now have a regular slot working with a London based radio station, as well being published in national magazines and online material to boot.

Katherine A

Currently, I work as a communication skills trainer and often write Op-Ed columns for Indian news media.

Julian W

I was very proud to have my final assignment published, both in print and online. It was a fantastic end to working with the College.

Arwen J

Since completing the course, I have published almost 100 features on a wide range of destinations (mostly in Asia and Europe) and topics (food, arts and culture, adventure, nightlife) and have worked on a handful of travel guides including AFAR and the Luxe Guides.

Tony N

I wanted to write when I left school, but I never achieved the correct qualifications. Finally, I achieved that goal and successfully became a graduate. I received my diploma promptly, and a boyhood ambition has come true.

Emily B

I've found that having this journalism qualification, and subsequently being published, has been beneficial for my work as a copywriter.

Andrew L

I have started working with Kung Fu Kingdom, which has accepted and commissioned several pieces of my work. This achievement speaks volumes about the quality and practical relevance of the education I received from the British College of Journalism.

Louisa E

The skills and confidence I gained through BCJ's Freelance Journalism Course opened the door to numerous opportunities in the media world. Since completing the course, I have been fortunate to contribute to some of the UK's most prominent publications…

Vanessa T

Relocating from the UK to the USA, I found the skills I acquired through writing various pieces were invaluable for an expat and a stay at home mother in a new country. Freelance journalism gave me the freedom to work from home while giving me the flexibility to handle my children’s needs.

Thomas B

I already have three streams of income from writing and I’m making more money than ever before. I now earn a living from my laptop, writing online blogs . . . The demand for content is endless. You don’t need to be an exceptional writer, just a good one, who is able to deliver what is asked of you to a deadline.

Ranjit S

I am delighted to say that I am now a regular feature writer for travel company Travioor. Obtaining the BCJ qualification was pivotal in acquiring this position as it increased my flair for words and improved my content structure.

Sara M

I have written for a number of well-known international newspapers and magazines including BBC Wildlife, National Geographic Kids and National Wildlife Federation magazine... The satisfaction you get when seeing your article in a magazine is priceless!

Barbara H

Just two weeks after graduating from the College, I have had an article accepted for publication for an online magazine.

Jon B

I am fortunate to be published now and have had my work used by Sky Sports and Boxing News Magazine, as well as having a regular opinion piece on a boxing website … I still pinch myself that someone will pay for my thoughts and views on a sport I love and it may not have happened without this course.

Peter M

If you have a passion for writing but need direction and guidance from professionals, I doubt there are many better value and interesting courses around.

Hayley Y

I've worked as an Associate Copywriter for Hilton and use the skills I learned in this course on a daily basis

Sarah Jayne S

The program instils confidence. A confidence that yes, you can write and yes, people will read it.

Collins O

I have learned that working with deadlines, writing clean copy within the word count limit, researching, having the right story angle, editing before submitting a story, following an editor’s brief, and maintaining professionalism are key ingredients to succeed as a freelance writer.

Nathaniel N

The course has given me a new mentality and provided me with fundamental tools I can apply to whatever writing projects I might try.

Lynne N

My first article has appeared in the magazine, Top Sante. I am now considering subjects for future articles.

Sandra B

The course was invaluable in my getting the article published as it gave step-by-step detailed information in each tutorial. …. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in freelance journalism. The support has been brilliant and has given me invaluable skills to further my journalism career.

Nicola L

Before I had even completed the last few assignments, the course gave me the confidence to write and pitch my first article in many years.

Gillian D

I write articles for blogs, such as Zenhealthmag, Travel Visa Pro, and completed various writing contracts through an online freelance portal. Every day is different - sometimes manic, sometimes quiet - but I feel more confident having completed the course.

Allyson P

I liked that I could do the tutorials at my own pace and I was able to complete it in one year. I also like that the coursework wasn’t overbearing and that I could maintain my full-time work at the same time.

Paul E

It’s all about having confidence, and when I graduated, I was confident enough to approach any editor with my article ideas.

Philip B

More than 700 reviews and over 600 weekly previews later I have seen my early articles grow from a few column inches into a weekly full colour page, I’m still thoroughly enjoying it.

Brenda H

With the encouragement and guidance of my tutor, I was able to successfully pitch my feature article which resulted in a paid job. And now, just twelve tutorials later, I am reading my own feature in the business magazine of the Oxford Times.

Claire P

Having initially enrolled to learn and improve my general writing skills, [the course] has met all expectations and given me the knowledge and confidence to take writing to another level.

Dan B

Completing the British College of Journalism course has taken my career in some very interesting and unexpected directions, and I am sure there are still many more to come.

Nigel B

Since completing the course, I have expanded my online portfolio of publications, taking in TV and entertainment as well as lifestyle. There are so many new openings out there, it’s just a matter of searching.

Bob L

Nowadays, I write for four travel websites. I produce an article each month and support them with original photos of my own.

John M

Having completed the course, I am more confident in my own writing. My writing style has developed personality and I have been inspired to write every day.

Joy S

When I started I did not consider making journalism a career, but now I can earn money doing something I enjoy – life doesn’t get much better!

Robin C

The course has plenty of useful guidance, from succinctly pitching a story idea to an editor who has seen it all before, to concentrating on my niche, to also building the confidence to step out of my comfort zone.