New Zealand Diploma in Journalism (Level 5)

Summary

Studying this programme, students will be equipped with the skills for a multi-media career in journalism or communications.

Students in this programme will develop news sourcing, writing and publishing skills; as well as technical skills in photography and videography. Students will put these skills into practice publishing regularly in the Wintec online newspaper, The Waikato Independent, and through projects with industry.

This programme is available in conjunction the Bachelor of Communication.

What you'll learn

• Core skills of news gathering to produce and publish quality stories across multiple print and digital platforms
• Technical skills of media photography, videography and web publishing
• The law and ethical codes of practice
• The relationship of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to journalism practice.

You'll put all these skills into practice publishing work on our online newspaper The Waikato Independent, and with our mainstream media partners. You will work collaboratively on cross-disciplinary projects with other students and gain hands on work experience through internship placement in a relevant media company.

Career/Further Opportunities

Graduates will be qualified for entry level positions in the media and communications industries.

Graduates of this programme may transition into degree programmes at Wintec such as the Bachelor of Communication.