MA International Journalism(Part-Time)

Year 1

Learning outcomes

On completion of the programme students should have shown evidence of being able to:
- Explain the process of news production on different platforms, and demonstrate the ability to apply this knowledge of process and context to a range of texts
-Critically evaluate journalism’s political, social and economic role in the context of globalisation, including its relationship with state institutions and policy makers
- Compare the legal and ethical frameworks that regulate the practice of journalism in a variety of national and international jurisdictions, and evaluate their role in serving the public interest and promoting citizen engagement
- Evaluate the social and ethical responsibilities of journalism practice, especially in situations of conflict and crisis

Skills Learning Outcomes
Advanced communication skills – The ability to communicate effective arguments on the theories, practices and policies of international journalism, in accordance with a set of case studies and/or essay briefs.

Critical thinking – The ability to weigh up different arguments and perspectives on the relationship between journalism and globalisation, and news media and the legal and ethical frameworks it must operate within.

Research and information gathering skills – The ability to search for, evaluate and utilise appropriate and relevant information sources on global news production across different platforms.

Assessment

Assessment on the MA in International Journalism takes a number of approaches including but not limited to research case studies, essays, reports, comparative news analyses and literature reviews.