Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
This subject is FEE-HELP eligible, so eligible students can defer the $2,400 fee as a government loan and pay nothing upfront.
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A student visa requires a full-time CRICOS-registered course, and single subjects have no CRICOS registration. If you’re studying in Australia on a student visa, you’ll need a full qualification instead.
See CRICOS-registered alternativesThis course extends and applies students’ knowledge of the theories and concepts regarding the processes and challenges faced by journalists, news organisations, and audiences in the current news media landscape. You will explore how power moves through media organisations, impacting journalists and audiences, and will gain an understanding of the political economy and editorial independence. The course will delve into the connections between power structures and relationships within journalistic organisations. You will be introduced to journalism as a ‘cultural practice’ in relation to other cultural institutions that influence public opinion, examining theories such as journalism as a ‘commodity’ and ‘autonomous consciousness’. The course will cover practices related to the reporting of indigenous affairs, the framing of news, the limited coverage of certain issues, and the constraints faced by journalists. By the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics that shape journalism in the modern media landscape. Adelaide University's 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to up-skill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. This is a second-year course from Adelaide University's Journalism degree. When studying this course as a "single subject", prior knowledge from JOUR 1012 or equivalent will support your success. Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.
Journalism Theory and Practice is a standalone subject at Adelaide University in SA. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with Adelaide University before enrolling.
Adelaide University is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 10 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
Details on this page are compiled from the provider's published subject information and government registers. Fees, intakes and credit rules can change — confirm current details with Adelaide University before enrolling.
