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JOU2107 Political Journalism
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATIONS AND ARTS
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:

Journalists are often called democracy’s watchdogs and they don’t need a degree in politics to play. This unit will look at local, state, federal and international politics and describe the basic organisational structures and ideas that journalists need to understand and negotiate. Even if you don’t think you’ll end up being a political reporter, this is the sort of background information that will increase your newsroom confidence and sharpen your eye for a good story.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
MAAAENJournalism Major
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 31/03/2010 VET: 31/03/2010