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50305 Specialist Reporting

8cp
Requisite(s): 50115 Journalism 2 OR 50235 Journalism 2 OR 57011 Research and Reporting for Journalism
Professional Strand – Journalism – 300 level

This subject introduces students to specialist reporting of the environment. It is designed to develop students' knowledge of a range of research techniques, drawing on a broad range of scientific and social sources, both local and international; to explore the relationship of media reporting to public policy; and for students to produce environmental reports in the media of their choice. Students consider how journalists' choice of narrative technique and language both reflects and constructs broader discourse and debates about the relationship between culture, science and nature.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $866.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3,200.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.167

Access conditions

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