This level 3 qualification is ideal for those looking for an introduction to journalism, or those wishing to use journalistic skills for a specific purpose, such as blogging.
Once enrolled on the course, you will receive access to the e-learning site, where you will be able to access your multimedia learning materials, join learner forums and access tutor support.
To gain the qualification, you must achieve a minimum of 25 credits, including the five mandatory units (see the units below).
About the Certificate in Foundation Journalism
Delivered online via the Journalism Skills Academy, the Certificate in Foundation Journalism provides a great introduction to journalism for beginners.
Once enrolled on the course you will receive access to the e-learning site, where you will be able to access your multimedia learning materials, join learner forums and access tutor support.
To gain the qualification, you must achieve a minimum of 25 credits, including the five mandatory units (see the units below).
Units can be purchased individually as you work through the course.
Entry requirements
Learners must be 16 or older. A level 4 or A-C grade in GCSE English is recommended.
Mandatory Modules
These units (totalling 14 credits) must be passed in order to achieve the qualification.
Optional Modules
In addition to the mandatory units, you must make up the remaining 11 credits with a selection of these optional units.
This qualification, and its individual units, are available to study with the NCTJ via distance learning. Click here to find out more.
Achievement of the qualification attracts a UCAS tariff of 16 points which may be used towards accessing higher education courses.
For those wishing to go on to a career in journalism, study at foundation level is unlikely to lead directly to a job with a news organisation. However, successful study at foundation level is likely to give candidates a “head start” when it comes to studying for an apprenticeship and/or the Diploma in Journalism.
Assessments
Assessments are submitted via the e-learning site, and results will be issued within 6 weeks of the submission deadlines, which can also be found on the e-learning site. Resubmissions of assessments are charged at £13.50.
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