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International Journalism

Undergraduate | GRF-CJR310 | 2018

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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.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Prior study needed
Duration
13 weeks

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International Journalism

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject you should have knowledge of and be able to understand:

    1. theoretical approaches to journalism as a global cultural practice
    2. ways in which journalism operates in the global media environment
    3. journalism practices across cultures
    4. the nature and extent of alternative media approaches internationally
    5. relationships between journalism and other social institutions.

    At the completion of this subject you will have acquired:

    1. research, writing, and analytical skills appropriate for the new communication environment
    2. specific knowledge of globalisation and communication theory and how this critically informs journalism practice in different cultural environments
    3. an understanding of concepts of cross-cultural communication
    4. problem-solving approaches and techniques relevant to journalism practice internationally
    5. the ability to apply a range of problem-solving and critical analysis skills to chosen case studies
    6. organisational, interpersonal and team building skills.

Entry requirements

Others

You must complete Level 1 and 2 Communication studies before starting this subject.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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