Master of Multimedia Journalism (Global)
Curtin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00301J
Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications. This 2 year postgraduate course is designed for students who are seeking to combine a thorough training in journalism with a 4-unit specialisation in another complementary area. The journalism component includes a strong emphasis on practical newsgathering skills. Students will learn how to produce multimedia journalism using industry-standard facilities and technology. Students will start creating news for online, radio and video in their first semester, and will be introduced to journalisms crucial role in democracy. Students will experience work integrated learning as reporters for the Curtin journalism news website, Western Independent. They will have the opportunity to focus on a particular area of interest, such as sports or political reporting. They will also gain analytical, collaborative and problem-solving skills through the practice of designing, planning and producing a major piece of assessment in the form of a professional journalism project or a research dissertation.
Structure
Credit Points: 400
Subjects
- JOUR5002 Audio & Deadline Journalism
- JOUR5003 Online & Text-based Journalism
- JOUR5005 Video Journalism & Storytelling
- JOUR5012 Understanding Journalism
- JOUR5000 Ethical Frameworks and Media Law
- JOUR5004 Long Form Journalism
- JOUR5010 Audio & Visual News Presentation
- JOUR5016 Entrepreneurial Journalism
- COMS6004 Masters Professional or Creative Project
- JOUR6004 News Day
- JOUR5006 News Internship
- NETS5004 Social Media, Communities and Networks
- HRIG5002 International Human Rights Law and Practice
- HRIG5003 Activism, Advocacy and Change
- HRIG5005 Indigenous Rights
- HRIG5014 Dialogue across Cultures and Religions
- INTR5001 Contemporary Issues in International Relations
- INTR5002 Asia Pacific Studies
- INTR5006 Intelligence and Analysis
- POLS5000 Foundations of International Security in the 21st Century
- POLS5004 Geo-Strategy and Energy Security
Standard entry requirements
Applicants require a 3- or 4-year bachelors degree in an unrelated field from a recognised tertiary education institution OR a Graduate Certificate (applicants may be eligible for credit for recognised learning). Students who have completed a bachelors degree in journalism, or any previous versions of the course at Curtin University are not eligible for entry to this course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Curtin Perth | International: $65,868 | No |
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