304404 v.2 Graduate Diploma in Journalism

Introduction

This course provides an intensive professional program in journalism. It combines core units in media ethics and media law with units in newspaper, radio and television production. Students enrolled in the program will publish or broadcast their work through The Curtin Independent, CurtinFM 100.1 and Channel 31. All production facilities are provided ensuring that students are provided with a professional working environment, enabling them to participate in a supportive and productive culture. The program is administered and taught by academic and industry professionals, with experience at all levels of media production and management.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelors degree or equivalent.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is of one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

Students are required to participate in production classes outside the normal lecture or tutorial program. Some students may be eligible to undertake an industry placement program in their final semester.

Professional Recognition

Graduates may be eligible for membership to the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.