Career Guide

Journalist

A Journalist researches, verifies and reports news and stories across print, broadcast and digital media.

What Does a Journalist Do?

A Journalist researches, verifies and reports news and stories across print, broadcast and digital media. It is a career that rewards curiosity, discipline and consistent study habits — and the foundation is laid in the school subjects you choose today.

Key School Subjects

These subjects matter most for this career path:

How to Qualify

The typical route is a degree or diploma in journalism or media studies and a portfolio of published work. Entry requirements are competitive, so strong final-year marks — especially in English and Economics — make a real difference.

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