COMM 1018 News and Media Today
COMM 1018 News and Media Today (10 Credit Points)
Subject Details Legacy Code: 100556
Built on the ideas that we must tell a story about all that we are, and do, this subject introduces students to the fields of news, journalism, and media for a deeper understanding on the impacts of news, where it comes from, and how to spot key elements for compelling stories. Students learn to identify news, research, and write copy for local audiences while understanding the power of the media to reach global audiences. Highlights of the subject include pitching ideas, writing news with speed, accuracy, and to industry standards, for publishing and broadcasting to identified audiences.
Ethical research, editing, and the importance of sources form an integral part of learning.
Understanding the media landscape, the demand and importance of journalistic skills and inquiry across a variety of communication industries, corporate and government sectors allow students to critically consider career choices through the relevance of what they learn about storytelling.
Level: Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects: LGYB 0049 - Journalism News Reporting COMM 1019 - Introduction to Journalism (WSTC)
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