Journalism - Faculty of Arts

Offered by the School of Humanities, Communications and Social Sciences

Journalism is the professional expression of ideas and events in public affairs. The 21st century multimedia industry includes writing and production for print, radio, television, and online. The media play a vital part in the democratic system, providing an accessible communication and information link between governments, the corporate sector, community groups, lobby groups and the public. Journalism helps shape the flow of information among all citizens at local, national and international levels. It occurs in a cultural context and defines the relationship between society and the individual. Rigorous journalism gives a voice to ordinary citizens as well as to the influential. As the fourth estate, it is an essential pillar of democracy. It has developed its own craft, methods and practice, its own code of ethics, and a dynamic body of theory in the rapidly changing world of mass communications.

For information on the units required for a major or minor in journalism, refer to the `Areas of study' section on the Arts faculty website at http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/study-areas/.

Note that JRN2905 (Radio journalism), JRN2906 (Television journalism) AND JRN3902 (Applied journalism research project), are restricted - only students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) can take these units.

Relevant courses

Diploma in Arts (Communications)
Diploma in Arts (Writing)
Bachelor of Arts (and associated double degrees)
Bachelor of Arts (Communication) (and associated double degrees)
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) (and associated double degrees)
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism)/Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing

Contact details

Inquiries (Gippsland): Room 283, building 2W; Telephone +61 3 9902 6339; Email humcass.info@arts.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/humcass.