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Course Modules
DJ6115: Journalism Bootcamp
Semester 1 | Credits: 10
This module will offer you a dynamic and high-intensity introduction to journalism. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of why journalism matters as well as practical skills needed to thrive as a journalist, including research and interviewing, audio and video reporting, and multimedia storytelling and production.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Comprehensively and critically understanding journalism practice, the journalism industry and its organisational structures
- Identify and resolve complex issues of journalistic activity and communicate them effectively to colleagues and to the public
- Critically evaluate news sources and information
- Develop professional skills for journalism across multiple platforms
- Demonstrate a critical and comprehensive knowledge of the processes involved in sourcing, producing and editing content across multiple platforms
- Use judgement to identify ethical dilemmas and work to produce solutions
- Exhibit critical awareness of professional standards and practice
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
- UINSIONN MAC DUBHGHAILL:
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- KAREN M WALSH:
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- TOM FELLE:
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- Kelly Fincham:
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- Jonathan Albright:
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Reading List
- "Radio production" by Robert McLeish
ISBN: 9780240515540.
Publisher: Focal Press - "The Digital Reporter's Notebook" by Mark Blaine
ISBN: 9780415898514.
Publisher: Routledge
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.