If you dream of a career as a Journalist, Editor, Podcaster, Videographer, Mobile Journalist, Social Media Manager, Blogger or Entertainment Publicist, this course is for you.
The Diploma of Entertainment Journalism is ideal for students wanting to work in journalism and media for the entertainment industries. You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working as entertainment journalists, bloggers and social media managers. You will also learn from those who write for print and online entertainment magazines and publications.
You will undertake fundamental units such as feature writing, social media, video and digital journalism, as well as entertainment, lifestyle, fashion, music, performance and screen journalism.
Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career-ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships, students have opportunities to partake in a variety of real-world business experiences, gaining access to industry connections.
Students graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the media industry in Australia and overseas.
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→ Discover journalism across music, fashion, film, television and lifestyle
→ Develop your research, writing and communication skills
→ Understand best practice in the current media landscape
→ Expand your knowledge and experience in video and digital journalism
→ Gain an in-depth understanding of publicity, social media and feature writing
→ Get hands-on experience interviewing musicians, fashion editors and more
→ Secure valuable insight into the entertainment industry and access career pathways
→ Study in our world-class studios, creative spaces and classrooms
→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Diploma course
→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements
→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees)
Kate Streader was living in hot and humid Brisbane when she realised that her creativity wasn't being embraced under a traditional journalism degree. Melbourne — and a dynamic, hands-on course with an industry focus at Collarts— turned out to be the answer.
Graduating from Entertainment Journalism in 2018, Jemma's career growth shines brightest when looking at her industry-recognised work in production, events and writing. Her podcast project, Women On Walking Home, was her first piece to be published on The Monthly Hr. Podcast by The Monthly Magazine, a leading independent voice in Australian media.
Back in 2017, an Australian study found that there were 4.1 million freelancers in Australia, 47% of whom were under 35 years old. Their reasons for freelancing were simple enough: it gave them flexibility and freedom, along with the ability to pursuit of personal passions while getting paid to build new skills.
Entertainment Journalism Graduate
Entertainment Journalism Graduate
The Diploma of Entertainment Journalism is ideal for students wanting to work in journalism and media for the entertainment industries.
The diploma can be completed in three trimesters (12 months) of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
→ Discover journalism across music, fashion, film, television and lifestyle
→ Develop your research, writing and communication skills
→ Understand best practice in the current media landscape
→ Expand your knowledge and experience in video and digital journalism
→ Gain an in-depth understanding of publicity, social media and feature writing
→ Get hands-on experience interviewing musicians, fashion editors and more
→ Secure valuable insight into the entertainment industry and access career pathways
→ Study in our world-class studios, creative spaces and classrooms
→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements
→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three
→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here
The Diploma of Entertainment Journalism is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095136J.
→ Applicants will need to submit a 500–600 word written statement on their interest in the field and what they want to do in the industry
→ Applicants can submit an optional portfolio of work in addition to the written statement, including examples of writings, social media engagement, and video/audio content
→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry
→ Click Here for International Student Admission Requirements
→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age
→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree
→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements
→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply
→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview
→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview
→ International Students Apply Here
UNITS | UNITS | UNITS | UNITS | |
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Trimester 1 | Foundations of Entertainment Journalism | Video and Digital Journalism | Public Relations Practice | Media Industries Today |
Trimester 2 | Entertainment, Lifestyle and Fashion Journalism | Social Media and Journalism | Feature Writing | Media Law and Ethics |
Trimester 3 | Freelance Journalism and Entrepreneurship | Mobile Journalism: Video and Radio | Music, Performance, Screen and Journalism | Industry Placement (60 hours) |
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