University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

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
  1. Comprehensively and critically understanding journalism practice, the journalism industry and its organisational structures
  2. Identify and resolve complex issues of journalistic activity and communicate them effectively to colleagues and to the public
  3. Critically evaluate news sources and information
  4. Develop professional skills for journalism across multiple platforms
  5. Demonstrate a critical and comprehensive knowledge of the processes involved in sourcing, producing and editing content across multiple platforms
  6. Use judgement to identify ethical dilemmas and work to produce solutions
  7. Exhibit critical awareness of professional standards and practice
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Radio production" by Robert McLeish
    ISBN: 9780240515540.
    Publisher: Focal Press
  2. "The Digital Reporter's Notebook" by Mark Blaine
    ISBN: 9780415898514.
    Publisher: Routledge
The above information outlines module DJ6115: "Journalism Bootcamp" and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.