JRN3901

International Journalism ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Amy Forbes

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (OCL)
Singapore First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: As for JRN2901.

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will have: 1) Critical and analytical understanding of the key theories in international news reporting; 2) Understanding of global journalism practices; 3) Ability to examine issues facing international news reporting, with reference to particular regions; 4) Understanding of the historical relationship between Western media, in particular the Australian media, and Asian media;

Assessment: Assignment 1 Comparative essay (1500 words): 30% + Assignment 2 Media article (1000 words): 20% + Examination (2 hours): 50%

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

Prerequisites: JRN1902 and JRN1903 or equivalents

Prohibitions: GSC3901, JRN2901