GSC3901

Comparative journalism

John Tebbutt

8 points
* 3 hours per week (1-hour lecture, 2-hour tutorial)
* Second semester
* Gippsland and distance
* Prerequisites: GSC2901 and GSC2902 or equivalents

Objectives On the successful completion of this subject students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of journalists in providing information in diverse markets; an international perspective of the journalism professional; skills in producing a range of media products for a variety of audiences and employment situations; a knowledge of the responsibilities of journalists in the representation of cultural diversity and the ethical requirements of journalists in different national contexts.

Synopsis This subject will address journalism in an international and regional context. Various codes of ethics from Western and Asian countries will be examined. The course will address questions such as the development of Asian values for journalism and the impact this may have on Australian journalism. Concepts such as civic journalism, advocacy journalism and community journalism will be considered.

Assessment Two advanced reporting projects and proposals: 60%
* Research project and proposals (total 6000 words): 40%

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GSC3901

Comparative journalism

John Tebbutt

6 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester
* Berwick
* Prerequisites: GSC2901 and GSC2902

Objectives On the successful completion of this subject students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of journalists in providing information in diverse markets; an international perspective as a journalism professional; skills in producing a range of media products for a variety of audiences and employment situations; a knowledge of the responsibilities of journalists in the representation of cultural diversity and the ethical requirements of journalists in different national contexts.

Synopsis This subject will address journalism in an international and regional context. Various codes of ethics from Southeast Asian journalism association will be examined. The subject will address questions such as the development of Asian values for journalism and the impact this may have on Australian journalism. Concepts such as civic journalism, advocacy journalism and community journalism will be considered.

Assessment Advanced reporting project: 30%
* Media journal: 15%
* Essay (4000 words): 40%
* Essay proposal to the equivalent of 1000 words: 15%