JOUR1003

JOUR1003: News Writing and Reporting

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Which units require JOUR1003?

JOUR1003 is a prerequisite for 2 units.

What is JOUR1003 about?

An introduction to news writing and reporting for publication, whereby students develop news gathering, writing and research skills and an awareness of different styles and genres within print and online journalism. Students learn how to generate ideas, undertake research, conduct interviews, take news photographs and write in news style to strict deadlines. The highly practical nature of the unit provides students the opportunity to experience work integrated learning as reporters for Curtin Journalism’s online publication, Western Independent.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours3 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry (1081)

Field of Education100703 Journalism

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How this unit is taught

Workshop1 x 3 hours weekly