Journalism Writing Courses
Always wanted to be a journalist? Be inspired to write at the college where Andrea Levy, Malorie Blackman, Anna Burns, and other celebrated authors studied.
Kickstart your career in journalism or enhance your writing skills with City Lit’s expert-led Journalism courses, available both online and in London. Whether you're interested in print, digital media, broadcast journalism, or investigative reporting, our courses provide essential tools and techniques to help you succeed in the fast-paced world of journalism.
Learn the fundamentals of reporting, writing compelling stories, conducting interviews, and understanding media ethics. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including news writing, feature writing, investigative journalism, and writing for online platforms, helping you develop practical skills that are in high demand in today’s media landscape.
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16 courses available
Writing for magazines, newspapers and online mediaGet inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00- Travel writingMake travelling pay. Learn how to get a commission, finance a trip and put your adventures into words, led by practical exercises and expert industry guidance.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Writing about foodLove food and want to write about it? Whether you’re keen to review dishes, interview chefs or write about sustainable eating, now is your chance. This course will cover writing for established publications as well as personal blogs.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00
- Writing reviewsLearn to write compelling and insightful reviews for films, books and stage performances. Develop your critical skills and ability to write in a succinct style.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Freelance journalism workshop
Workshop your pitches and features on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. You'll learn to carry out research and interview people, as well as hone your pitches and stories.
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00 - Introduction to journalismOn this course students will explore the basic skills a freelance journalist needs to write and sell news and features to newspapers and magazines. From developing ideas and identifying outlets to interview skills and approaching editors.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
- Writing for blogsGot a passion, a journey or an obsession to share? Blogging is the perfect medium through which to share your interests with the world. This taster course teaches the essential skills required to write blogposts that will resonate.
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Fri 13 Nov 2026Terry FreedmanFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Journalism: a tasterWhat makes a great story? Discover what goes into a magazine or newspaper article and be inspired to write your own.Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00
- Writing about food: getting startedLove food and want to write about it? Whether you’re keen to review dishes, interview chefs or write about sustainable eating, now is your chance.
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Sun 14 Feb 2027Laura SilvermanFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Writing about sex and relationshipsLearn how to write journalistically about dating, sex and relationships in this one-day course.
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Sun 9 May 2027Alice RobbFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Writing about musicLearn how to write journalistically about music, from reviews to interviews, in this intensive one-day course.
Keeley Street
Sat 22 May 2027Liam KonemannFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Investigative journalismGet to grips with the skills needed to make a start in investigative journalism.
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Sat 22 May 2027Allis MossFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Writing about artLearn how to write journalistically about visual art, from exhibition reviews to features, in this intensive one-day course.
Keeley Street
Sat 5 Jun 2027Thomas McMullanFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Writing about filmLearn how to write journalistically about film, from features to reviews, in this intensive one-day course.
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Sat 19 Jun 2027Colin CrummyFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Writing about politicsWhether you’re looking for a role at a newspaper or want to pitch freelance pieces, this one-day course will cover the basics of writing journalistically about politics.
Keeley Street
Sat 19 Jun 2027Erica BuistFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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