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Journalism Major | 2019
The Journalism major will develop your skills in reporting and storytelling, with a focus on multimedia content creation and multi-platform publication.
Alongside these practical skills, you will learn about the changing media landscape and the impact of journalism on effective communication across communities locally and worldwide.
You will learn from experienced journalists about the exciting new opportunities for multimedia content creators who have a strong understanding of media platforms, who are skilled in managing deadlines within the news cycle and who are passionate about journalism in all its forms.
Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the UOW Course Finder.
Subjects Required for Major Study
Students studying the Journalism major will complete at least 48 credit points as outlined below:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| JRNL101 | Media Reporting and Storytelling 1 | 6 | |
| JRNL102 | Multimedia Reporting and Production | 6 | |
| Year 2 | |||
| JRNL203 | Audio Journalism Production 1 | 6 | |
| JRNL204 | Video Journalism Production 1 | 6 | |
| Year 3 | |||
| BCM 303 | Collaborative Production Workshop | 6 | |
| JRNL301 | Data Journalism Research and Investigation | 6 | |
| JRNL307 | Feature Storytelling | 6 | |
| JRNL315 | Journalism Project (Capstone) | 6 | |
Click on subject codes in the above course structure for information on sessions of offer for each subject. To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.
Minor Study
A 24 credit point minor in Journalism is available. Information can be found on the 2019 LHA General Schedule of Minors page.
Students cannot complete both a major and a minor in Journalism.
Work Integrated Learning
Undertaking a work integrated learning experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.
The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.
Students' are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 'Career Ready Learning and Practice' (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network.
Honours
See Bachelor of Communication and Media (Honours).
Other Information
For further information email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au