Take a new approach to journalism
As newspapers across the continent shut down, it’s obvious that the old media communication channels aren’t working anymore. We still want to know what’s happening around us and why it matters—but instead of opening the paper or watching the news, we turn to the tools of the new media: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, online photos, and blogs.
This new technology has made journalists of everyone. But good journalism makes new media reporting compelling, informative, and readable.
Choose an alternative to traditional journalism school
In a four-year journalism degree, a lot of what you study in your first year will be outdated by the time you graduate. SFU’s new media journalism training is up to the minute—you’ll finish each course in days (not months). What’s more, our instructors are working in Metro Vancouver’s journalism industry as they teach you. In other words, they know what you need to succeed right now.
Through our collection of practical journalism courses that meet the need for web- and media-savvy journalists, you’ll learn how to use old media skills in the new industry, master new media tools, and polish your writing and reporting skills.
Start your new career in only eight weeks
Maybe you already have a degree, or perhaps you can't afford to devote four years to full-time study. With SFU's New Media Journalism Certificate, you'll stand out in the job market—after only eight weeks.
- Discover how to interview, research, and craft a multi-platform news story
- Learn how, when, and why you should invest in promoting yourself and your journalistic brand online
- Understand how to pitch stories to editors
- Master print, online, video, and audio reporting techniques
- Become an effective information visualization journalist
- Integrate work with learning during a three-week practicum
Is SFU’s New Media Journalism Certificate for you?
This program is for writers, travelers, photographers, videographers, and community and non-profit supporters who are exploring new revenue streams on a freelance, part-time basis.