New Zealand Certificate in Journalism
Competenz
Subject area
Journalism, Communication and Media Studies
Qualification
Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.
Entry requirements
Candidates will hold the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (Level 1) [Ref: 0928] or equivalent skills and knowledge.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification is designed for people considering a career in journalism, radio or iwi radio. It is the base level of journalism training. Higher level training is expected for most employers in the media sector.
Graduates will be recognised as having the skills, knowledge and ability to operate, under supervision, in the journalism industry. This includes the attributes necessary to contribute to the bi- and multi-cultural environment in Aotearoa New Zealand.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Communication and Media Studies at this level can earn:
$25,000
Median earnings one year after study
$30,000
Median earnings two years after study
$38,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
32%
Employment rate two years after study
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
The Piki Ake Kake Ake Scholarship
Provided by:
Massey University
Website:
http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/admission/scholarships-bursaries-awards/
Value:
$1,000
New Horizons for Women Career Change Awards
Provided by:
New Horizons for Women Trust
Website:
http://www.newhorizonsforwomen.org.nz/
Value:
$3000
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 526 1800
Phone: 0800 526 1800
Fax: (09) 539 9899
Email: info@competenz.org.nz
Web: http://www.competenz.org.nz
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
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