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Student Handbook, Semester 1, 2008: Bachelor of Journalism - commencing Semester 1

Recommended enrolment pattern for students commencing Semester 1, 2008

  • This full-time enrolment pattern is designed to comply with program requirements. Variations are possible but should only be considered in consultation with the program adviser.
  • Students with advanced standing from prior tertiary study should consult their program adviser for recommended enrolment.
  • For detailed program information, please refer to the program structure.
  • Course offerings may change without notice. Consult the course schedule to confirm when courses are offered.
Semester 1, 2008

CMN110 Australian Media Industries: Introduction to Communication Studies
CMN120 Introduction to Public Relations
INT140 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
Plus select 1 course from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability

Semester 2, 2008

CMN102 Communication Theory and Practice
Plus select 1 course from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Plus an introductory course from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (refer to note 1)
Plus an introductory course from the Faculty of Science, Health and Education (refer to note 1)

Semester 1, 2009

BUS102 Economics for Business
CMN213 Editing for the Communications Professional
CMN235 News Writing: Print and Broadcast
Plus select 1 course towards the chosen minor
Or an elective

Semester 2, 2009

CMN228 The Writer and the Law
CMN237 Writing for the Web
Plus select 2 course towards the chosen minor
Or an elective

Semester 1, 2010

CMN214 Computer-Assisted Reporting
CMN227 News Rounds
CMN242 Production Workshop (Journalism)
CMN256 Research Into Australian Journalism

Semester 2, 2010

CMN240 Digital Photojournalism and Feature Writing
CMN249 Advanced News Reporting
CMN272 Industry Research Project (Journalism)
Plus select 1 course towards the chosen minor
Or an elective

Notes
  1. Students must complete 1 introductory course from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and 1 introductory course from the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
  2. Students may complete no more than 10 introductory level courses.
  3. The 4 electives may be any course from any faculty. It is recommended that electives be utilised to complete a minor in one of the areas listed.

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