GSC1903

News Feature Writing (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Elizabeth Hart

Offered:
Berwick Second semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Malaysia Second semester 2003 (Day)
Singapore Second semester 2003 (OCL)

Synopsis: Students produce news features and magazine-style articles, learn advanced reporting skills, and address the cultural implications of writing about issues of contemporary interest. They also learn aspects of design and presentation of feature articles.

Assessment: Three written pieces: 60% + Critique: 40% + Totalling 4500 words

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week (1-hour lecture and 2-hour tutorial)

Prohibitions: GSC2902