Course results for Undergraduate Journalism Subjects

Learn travel writing conventions through short exercises and discussions. Discover how freelance travel writers find work and develop relationships with editors. Develop a publishable piece of travel writing that you could pitch to a publication.

Look into the future of magazine writing and publishing. Consider the medium in its cultural and social contexts. Develop ideas into feature articles. Soak up interviewing techniques and put them to the test. Analyse publications and their audience.

Step into the newsroom and research, write and produce audio and video stories. Look back through the history of broadcast journalism. Analyse the role of the internet in today’s industry. Get a grip on the interviewing, pitching and presenting processes.

Get a bird’s eye view of global approaches to journalism. Compare journalistic practices across different cultures. Take on international case studies encompassing current events. Learn what it’s like on the ground as a war journalist.

Read all about how to source and verify research. Discuss the ins and outs of media conferences and court reporting. Cover the key journalism rounds, including politics, education, sports and finance. Identify what makes a story newsworthy.

Question news writing styles and techniques across a range of genres. Take a closer look at effective news story structure. Investigate journalism ethics in a global media world. Hone your ability to use your personal judgement while pursuing stories.

Get basic knowledge in how news is gathered and amplified. You’ll dissect methods of reporting in print, broadcast, online and on social media. Discover what makes a good interview. Learn how to gather news under tight deadlines.