Overview

This major provides students with the skill set to operate in the digital era of news. You will learn practical reporting, writing and producing skills in journalism and it investigates the ethical, legal and cultural contexts of the news media. The major gives students the opportunity to work in an … For more content click the Read More button below.

Admission requirements

Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

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Demonstrate a broad understanding of the history, theory and principles of the role of journalism and its practice using digital technology
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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
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Develop thorough knowledge of journalism ethics, news gathering and story writing techniques to operate in a professional media environment
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Work within a professional news organisation to gather information for the production of multi-media editorial content in text, audio and video digital formats
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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
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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
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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
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Be technically skilled in using all forms of digital media to compile news packages suitable for uploading and transmission
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Draw on skills and knowledge of journalistic theory and practice in responding to editorial direction to pursue story assignments
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Be able to adapt editorial techniques, tools and technologies to elicit the optimal potential value of news stories