AMU1329 Broadcast journalism

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Demonstrate an ability to identify and research a news story, conduct interviews and gather appropriate evidence in the audio-visual media;

2. 2

   Demonstrate an ability to select an advantageous medium for presentation, and report in a clear, concise and factual way using news conventions in at least two media;

3. 3

   Identify, observe key ethical and legal obligations associated with radio and video journalism, and reflect critically on their own and others' performance in this regard;

4. 4

   Work independently and collaboratively in learning and production processes, to produce radio and video journalism;

5. 5

   Demonstrate an ability to set and meet deadlines, and report under pressure;

6. 6

   Demonstrate an awareness of local, national and international people and events relevant to current affairs and media issues;

7. 7

   Demonstrate a critical awareness of the capacities, limitations and socio-professional implications of journalistic practices in different media.