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Newspaper Journalism & Report Writing - QLS Endorsed
Thames College

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | Free PDF Certificate | Voiceover & Visual Elements Included | Instant Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
432 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £2.99
  • QLS Certificate - £139
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Newspaper journalism remains one of the most influential pillars of the media industry. From reporting breaking news to crafting feature stories that shape public opinion, newspaper journalists play a vital role in informing society and holding power to account.

This course has been designed to give learners a complete picture of what it takes to work in this field. It combines the traditional values of news writing with modern reporting standards. Whether you’re interested in print, digital, or niche reporting, this course walks you through every important area of the job. You’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to step into a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where accuracy, fairness and storytelling matter.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Identify the core principles of newspaper journalism and apply them in writing assignments
  • Conduct interviews and gather reliable information for news and feature stories
  • Write clear, engaging, and factual news reports following industry-standard formats
  • Understand how newspapers are produced, including layout and editorial structure
  • Recognise legal issues relevant to journalism, including libel and court reporting guidelines
  • Apply ethical standards when covering sensitive topics or working with vulnerable sources
  • Develop niche reporting skills and write strong feature stories suitable for publication

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Achievement

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £2.99

You can also get a Printed Hardcopy CPD Certificate for only 2.99 GBP.

QLS Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £139

Upon successful completion of this course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —

  • 139 GBP within UK
  • 149 GBP for International Delivery (Postal Fees Included)

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This course is built around 13 structured modules that guide learners through every key area of newspaper journalism and report writing. It starts with an introduction to core principles such as objectivity, clarity, accuracy, and balance. The historical module helps learners see how journalism has changed over time, especially with the rise of digital media.

In the middle modules, students will work through how to carry out effective interviews, how to report with speed and accuracy, and how to write stories that are clear, engaging, and informative. One module is dedicated entirely to production—where layout, headline writing and newsroom roles are explained. A separate unit focuses on improving the learner’s writing style for journalistic pieces.

The legal module introduces defamation, contempt of court, and copyright, helping learners avoid costly mistakes. Court reporting is also covered in detail, showing how to handle sensitive stories from the justice system. Another important unit covers ethics—guiding learners on truthfulness, source protection, and responsible reporting. The final sections provide tips on feature writing, niche journalism (such as sports or finance), and health and safety considerations for field reporting. Every part of the course is aimed at helping learners prepare for journalism roles or build strong content-writing foundations.

Certificate of Achievement

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the Newspaper Journalism & Report Writing course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —

  • 139 GBP within UK
  • 149 GBP for International Delivery (Postal Fees Included)

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Newspaper Journalism & Report Writing course, you will be eligible for a Free CPD Certificate. You can also get a Printed Hardcopy CPD Certificate for only 2.99 GBP.

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals who want to start a career in newspaper journalism or feature writing
  • Freelancers or bloggers looking to sharpen their reporting and legal awareness
  • Students of media, English, or communication who want professional development
  • Professionals switching from related fields like PR or marketing to journalism
  • Anyone with an interest in news, writing, and holding public interest stories to account

Requirements

No formal entry requirements for Newspaper Journalism & Report Writing course!

Career path

  • News Reporter – £22,000 to £35,000 per year
  • Feature Writer – £23,000 to £38,000
  • Sub-Editor – £25,000 to £40,000
  • Court Reporter – £24,000 to £39,000
  • Editorial Assistant – £20,000 to £28,000
  • Freelance Journalist – Varies (£18,000–£45,000+)

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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