ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALISM

DIPLOMA OF ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALISM

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.

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ 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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to submit a 300-word essay on their interest in the field

→ Applicants will also need to submit 3 - 4 pieces of prior journalistic work such as writings, photos, podcasts, media or films

→ 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

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

→ 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

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE APPLICANTS

→ 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

HOW 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