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Curtin University offers Western Australia's top journalism program, combining extensive expertise and professional networks to deliver an exceptional postgraduate education in journalism.
This hands-on course teaches essential skills in research, investigation and interviewing across audio, video and written journalism formats, using professional-grade equipment and facilities.
The curriculum covers video news production, radio journalism, news writing techniques, broadcast presentation, media legislation and ethics, innovative journalism approaches, and in-depth reporting.
Students gain practical experience by publishing their work on Curtin's student-run digital platform, Western Independent, while developing a professional portfolio of published pieces.
Upon completion, graduates qualify for admission to the Master of Journalism program, with an option to exit earlier with a Graduate Certificate qualification.