JRN4902

Practice and Representation in Journalism (12 points)

(ARTS)

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Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: The unit addresses the social and industrial production of non-fiction forms. Topics include the history of the observing subject, theories of the documentary and the influence and place of archives in social representation.

Assessment: Seminar paper (2000 words): 25% + A 'treatment' or proposal for a media production (audio, video multimedia or text as a result of class-based workshops): 25% + Essay or article (5000 words) or the equivalent in an electronic format (audio 15 minutes, video 7 minutes, multimedia): 50%

Prerequisites: First degree with a major in journalism or permission