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Journalism Courses

Journalism courses can help you learn news writing, investigative techniques, multimedia storytelling, and ethical reporting practices. You can build skills in interviewing, fact-checking, and audience engagement strategies. Many courses introduce tools such as content management systems, social media platforms, and data visualization software, that support creating compelling narratives and reaching diverse audiences.


Popular Journalism Courses and Certifications


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    Michigan State University

    Gathering and Developing the News

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Research, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Rapport Building, Electronic Media, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    509 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Writing, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Time Management, Content Creation, Professional Development, Critical Thinking, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Art of Visual Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Premiere, Video Production, Videography, Storytelling, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Media Production, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Quality, Content Creation, Writing, Editing, Planning, Graphic and Visual Design, Brainstorming, Multimedia, Scripting, Timelines

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, User Experience Design, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Design Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    951 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Multimedia Content Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Multimedia, Media Production, Content Creation, Storytelling, Storyboarding, Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Content, Infographics, Animations, Digital Media Strategy, Blogs, Editing, Communication

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    106 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Advanced Videography

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Video Production, Videography, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photography, Storytelling, Design Reviews, Creativity

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, English Language, Detail Oriented

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    432 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Start Your Freelance Video Editing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Client Services, Data Storage, Video Editing, Style Guides, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Media Strategy, Expectation Management, Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, Social Media Marketing, File Management, Video Production, Cloud Storage, Data Management, Relationship Management, Instagram, Relationship Building, Post-Production, Professional Networking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Creativity, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Time Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Infographics, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Communicating with Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    140 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Effectively delivering the news to your audience

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Content Creation, Report Writing, Driving engagement, Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Writing, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular journalism courses

  • Gathering and Developing the News: Michigan State University
  • Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization: University of Michigan
  • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Multimedia Content Creation: Adobe
  • Advanced Videography: Skillshare
  • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
  • Start Your Freelance Video Editing Career: Skillshare
  • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder

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