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In a world awash with spin, the practice of high quality journalism has never been more important. This major covers writing and research skills, working in audio, video and online environments, and the legal and ethical frameworks of the profession. Students can also study specialist areas such as politics, science, health, business and sports reporting. Successful students regularly win national journalism awards and work in major news organisations around Western Australia.
This unit set information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
On Campus at Mount Lawley
Journalist, Copywriter, Online Reporter, Producer, Presenter, Press Secretary, Film Critic
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| JOU2103 | Media Law and Ethics | 15 |
| JOU2107 * | Political Journalism | 15 |
| JOU2111 | Introduction to Journalism | 15 |
| BRO2000 | Radio Newsroom | 15 |
| JOU3205 | Newsroom Journalism | 15 |
| Plus 3 units from: | ||
| JOU3110 ^ | Freelance Journalism | 15 |
| BRO3000 ^ | TV Journalism | 15 |
| CMM3104 ^ | Professional Placement 1 | 15 |
| JOU2106 ^ | Sports Journalism | 15 |
| JOU2108 ^ * | Science Journalism | 15 |
| JOU3109 ^ | Business Journalism | 15 |
| JOU3113 ^ | Health Journalism | 15 |
Note: Students may commence Level 2000 units in the first and second semesters of study, but are advised to complete JOU2111 (Introduction to Journalism) first. Note: CMM3104 Professional Placement 1 can only be selected in consultation with the Unit Set Coordinator.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| It is recommended that students studying this major select electives from the following, as per their course requirements: | ||
| BRO1000 | iTalk@ECU: Presentation Skills | 15 |
| CMM1204 | Writing for Communications | 15 |
| FAV1101 | Introduction to Digital Video | 15 |
^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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