Handbook

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production demonstrate a broad understanding of the history, theory and principles of the role of journalism and its practice using digital technology.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production recognise the power and influence of the news media in society, its role as the fourth estate in a western liberal democracy, and the associated responsibilities of journalists in cultural and political contexts.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production develop thorough knowledge of journalism ethics, news gathering and story writing techniques to operate in a professional media environment.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production work within a professional news organisation to gather information for the production of multi‐media editorial content in text, audio and video digital formats.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production assess the relevance and importance of breaking news in the context of the 24/7 media environment and be able to compile reports suitable for publication across all news platforms.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production gather news through research and interviews that is suitable for publication according to journalistic principles of practice and ethics and which meets the needs of the public.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production produce professional, current and ethical news reports and features suitable for publication on a range of publishing platforms according to a variety of styles for different audiences.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production are technically skilled in using all forms of digital media to compile news packages suitable for uploading and transmission.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production draw on skills and knowledge of journalistic theory and practice in responding to editorial direction to pursue story assignments.

Graduates of Journalism and Content Production adapt editorial techniques, tools and technologies to elicit the optimal potential value of news stories