UNIT TITLE Law and working in the media industries Unit Code FJRN5022 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 28 weeks Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016 CONTENT As a journalist or media professional operating in the UK, you will need a thorough knowledge of, and ability to operate within, the context of both the key legal principles, UK statutes and European Law, as they affect newsgathering and publication, and of contemporary ethical and regulatory constraints relevant to journalism and other media publications. The law tuition in this unit focuses on the judicial system of England and Wales, and on the journalist’s rights and responsibilities within that system. You will attend and report on Crown and, where possible, Coroners’ Courts. You will also study how the law and legal process affects newsgathering and publication for audio and audio-visual media, and be aware that legal precedents established in online practice are now having an impact on the mass media more generally. A thorough understanding of media law will make you significantly more employable. As part of this unit, you will complete five days’ work experience at a recognised media house. You will be given support in approaching employers, writing CVs and, where appropriate, producing showreels. Topics covered in this unit include:

• Identifying and assessing the need to use anonymous informants, using such informants and where necessary, protecting their anonymity.

• An awareness of copyright issues and the need for verification in relation to material obtain edvia social media/user-generated content.

• Ensuring the compliance of stories and their treatment with legal/regulatory requirements within-house guidelines and with the ethical specifications entailed in professional codes of conduct.

• The contribution of government, the broadcasters, Ofcom, the National Union of Journalists and other bodies, to the formulation of regulatory criteria and guidelines. You should be able to reflect critically on these frameworks in terms of their relationship to the journalist’s social and moral responsibilities.

• The rights, responsibilities and research practices of journalists in relation to the British political system, especially rights available under Freedom of Information legislation.

• Attending and reporting courts and, where possible, public inquiries and local pressure groups. • Job interview skills, including pitching stories and programme ideas to commissioners. • Living and operating as a freelance, including ascertaining appropriate rates for work, contracts

and copyright, invoicing, book-keeping, managing income and tax liability, and getting registered for VAT.

AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To provide the basis of a working knowledge of the English and Welsh legal system in relation to

how journalists and other media professionals work A2 To provide a working knowledge of the regulations affecting journalists and of relevant industry

codes of practice A3 To develop knowledge of the ethical issues that influence newsgathering, publication and the

dealing with information and informants A4 To develop practical skills in the reporting of courts A5 To develop planning, self-management, interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills, in

preparing and undertaking a work placement. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able: LO1 To demonstrate systematic and detailed understanding of the legal, ethical and institutional

frameworks within which media professionals work and the resultant constraints on their practice and output

LO2 To apply your knowledge of law, ethics and regulatory codes to practical situations, including the

reporting of court proceedings LO3 To plan, self-manage, communicate, and collaborate with others in order to prepare, undertake

and evaluate a work placement. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 100 No. of hours of independent activity 160 No. of hours of placement activity 40 This will comprise:

• Lectures outlining the key principles of media law, back by your own reading, and recent developments in the field

• Seminars exploring some of the issues that media professionals regularly face • Court visits to help you understand how our legal system works; you'll use a variety of

techniques to report on these visits • Your own research into an area of interest, based around a Freedom of Information request

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1 – Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count Approx.

word count where

applicable

Written Exam 60% A written examination covering the English and Welsh legal system and regulatory and ethical codes which cover journalism and the wider mass media

Written Exam

Three hours

Portfolio 40% A portfolio including: - At least two reports on

court proceedings in England or Wales;

- A report based on a Freedom of Information request (or requests) that you have initiated yourself;

- A reflective report on at least five days’ work experience;

- A CV and, where appropriate covering emails and a showreel;

- A completed employer’s feedback form.

Portfolio 2000 – 3000 words

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 60% Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 40% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical

Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written 60% Coursework 40% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Demonstrate knowledge of media law, ethics and regulation

LO1

Report in accordance with media law

LO2

Evidence of planning, self-management, communication and collaboration in setting up a work placement; the calibre of work produced while on placement and the awareness shown in your post-placement reflection

LO3

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Quinn, Frances, 2013 Law for Journalists. Harlow, England: Pearson. Banks, D. and Hanna, M. (2016) McNae’s Essential Law for Journalists (23rd Ed.). Oxford: Oxford University Press. Keeble, R. (2008) Ethics for Journalists (2nd Ed.). London: Routledge. Patching, R. and Hirst, M. (2013) Journalism Ethics: Arguments and Cases for the Twenty-first Century. London: Routledge. Independent Press Standards Organisation (2016) IPSO Editors’ Code of Practice at: https://www.ipso.co.uk/IPSO/cop.html Ofcom (2011) Ofcom Broadcasting Code Guidance at: http://stakeholders.ofcom.org.uk/broadcasting/guidance/programme-guidance/bguidance/ BBC (s.d.) BBC Editorial Guidelines at: http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/guidelines/editorialguidelines/pdfs/Editorial_Guidelines_in_full.pdf National Union of Journalists (2011) NUJ Code of Conduct at: http://media.gn.apc.org/nujcode.html Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (2015) Reporting Restrictions in the Criminal Courts: April 2015 at: https://www.judiciary.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/reporting-restrictions-guide-2015-final.pdf Recommended Robertson, Geoffrey and Nicol, Andrew G. L., (2008) Media Law. London: Penguin.

Couldry, N. et al (eds.) (2012) Ethics of Media. London: Palgrave Macmillan. Friend, C. and Singer, J.B. (2007) Online Journalism Ethics: Traditions and Transitions. London: Routledge. Frost, C. (2007) Journalism Ethics and Regulation. Harlow, Essex: Longman. Gross, L et al (2003) Image Ethics in the Digital Age. Minneapolis: University of Minnesota Press. McBride, K. et al (2013) The New Ethics of Journalism: Principles for the 21st Century. Thousand Oaks, CA: CQ Press. Smith, R. (2011) Ethics in Journalism. London: Wiley-Blackwell. Wilkins, L. and Christians, C. (eds.) (2008) Handbook of Media Ethics. New York: Routledge. Wyatt, W.N. (2014) The Ethics of Journalism: Individual, Institutional and Cultural Influences (Reuters Challenges). London: IB Tauris. Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (2011) The Family Courts: Media Access & Reporting: July 2011 at: https://www.judiciary.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/JCO/Documents/Guidance/family-courts-media-july2011.pdf Ministry of Justice (2014) Practice Direction 12I: Applications for Reporting Restriction Orders in Family Proceedings at: https://www.justice.gov.uk/courts/procedure-rules/family/practice_directions/pd_part_12i Family Law Week at: http://www.familylawweek.co.uk/site.aspx?i=ed12792 Leveson Inquiry (2014) Culture, Practice and Ethics of the Press at: http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20140122145147/http:/www.levesoninquiry.org.uk/

UNIT TITLE Broadcast Newsroom I Unit Code FJRN5023 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 28 Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016

CONTENT

In this unit, you will operate as a team, producing regular television, radio and online news and operating to deadlines. During the year, you will take part in at least 15 news production days and develop your confidence in using all three media to tell stories. You will be involved in planning the content of the news bulletins or programmes and the treatment of individual stories. You will act as a reporter on location, producing news and sports packages or live updates, an editor making the key decisions back at base and as a camera operator. On occasion, you may work as a director or vision or sound mixer which will give you a greater understanding of the mechanics of television news. You will be expected to demonstrate creative ways of telling stories, explaining stories and getting them on air, in time. By the end of the unit, you should have a portfolio of near-professional level television, radio and online story-telling. Features of our news production days include: - News prospects meetings, plus the establishment of the day’s agenda and arrangements for

story and bulletin updating as appropriate to the transmission cycle. - Making decisions as to the preferred mode of reporting and presenting of each story. - Clear assignment of stories to named individuals, and clear editorial management

arrangements also involving named individuals. - Good stories which show students have gone outside the university campus and immediate

surrounds. - An absence of “student” stories unless they pertain to an issue likely to be covered by

regional/local professional news media. - High quality writing to pictures; high quality audio in voice‐overs, interviews, and any sound

effects. - Applied knowledge of media law and regulation such that there are no compliance breaches. - Time-managed pieces of individual or group storytelling, such that time limits are honoured

regardless of medium- including online. To succeed in this unit, you will need to: - Function as an individual journalist and as a member of a team, in a variety of roles,

including as a reporter, presenter and director or technician - Compile and work from the news diary and contribute to forward planning - Exploiting news sources such as raw news feeds, archive material, blogs, social media, other

user-generated content and other media - Undertake pre-production planning e.g. scripting and timing contents of a news item,

bulletin and/or magazine programme - Undertake post production modifications, reworking and reversioning of material - Understand how to find and track sources and stories on social media, optimise content for

social media platforms (including the use of photos, audio and video), and measure the effectiveness of their work using social media analytics and write for the web with an

understanding of appropriate search engine optimisation (SEO) techniques and analytics tools

- Deploy a variety of style of vocal delivery associated with different types of presentation - Deploy a wide range of technical skills in different roles - Complete risk assessment forms. You will receive a minimum of two hours' vocal tuition, some of which will be on an individual basis, with an experienced voice trainer or broadcaster. This will include guidance on breathing, posture, articulation, enunciation and conversational style, as well as attention to the differences in vocal delivery associated with different types of presentation. AIMS The aims of this unit are:

A1 To apply sourcing, writing and technical skills to your making of journalism A2 To develop a range of specialist and transferable skills, including planning, self-management,

collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills A3 To demonstrate initiative, the ability to take personal responsibility for decision-making and

problem-solving skills in a range of situations A4 To apply your understanding of the legal, ethical and institutional frameworks within which

journalists work and the resultant constraints on journalist activities. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Operate as a member of a team producing regular news content across different platforms LO2 Create original stories which have the potential to appeal to a defined audience LO3 Produce well-researched and written packages for television, radio and online (including social

media), demonstrating technical and creative skill LO4 Adhere to the legal, ethical and institutional frameworks within which journalists work and to

UCA's health and safety guidelines LO5 Understand how professional news programmes and online content is assembled.

INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS

No. of hours of scheduled activity 150 No. of hours of independent activity 150 No. of hours of placement activity 0

This will comprise:

• News production days, as detailed in the CONTENT section • Workshops supporting news days, through technical and journalistic training and detailed

feedback

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components

Assessment Component

List all separate components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative

Assessment tasks Where the component comprises more than one assessment task

Assessment Type

For each component double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where applicable

Portfolio 80% A portfolio to include: evidence of participation in 15 news production days; a news diary explaining your contribution to each news day and, where appropriate, links to your output

Portfolio

1500 words max.

Essay 20% An essay reflecting on your contribution to the news production days and/or professional news production practices

Written Assignment 2000 words

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay 20 Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 80 Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

Table A4 – Assessment Criteria CRITERION MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Your overall contribution to news production days, including your versatility in different roles e.g. reporter, presenter, planner, director and vision or sound mixer (Evidenced in your news diary)

All LOs

The range and quality of story ideas you generate (including, where appropriate, ideas for other students) (Evidenced in your news diary)

LO2

The level of skill displayed in your TV, radio and online packages, including the research, the writing and technical abilities shown in their construction (Evidenced in your news diary)

LO3

Your understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical constraints governing what you can broadcast (Records of relevant issues should be in your news diary)

LO4

Your understanding of how professional news programmes and/or online content is assembled (Assessed in your essay)

LO5

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Boyd, A., Stewart, P. and Alexander R., (2008) Broadcast Journalism. Abingdon: Focal.

Holmes, T., Hadwin, S. and Motterhead, G. (2013) The 21st Century Journalism Handbook. London, New York: Pearson. Hudson, G. and Rowlands, S. (2012) The Broadcast Journalism Handbook. London: Pearson.

Knight, M. and Cook, C. (2013) Social Media for Journalists. London; Los Angeles: Sage.

Tuggle, C.A., Carr, F and Huffman, S. (2013) The Broadcast News Handbook (5th Edition); Colombus: McGraw-Hill Education Channel Four (2016) at: http://www.channel4.com/news/(Accessed on 26.06.2016) Recommended Bull, A. (2010) Multimedia Journalism: A Practical Guide. Abingdon: Routledge. Willett, A. (2012) Media Production. Abingdon: Routledge.

Jones, J. and Salter Lee (2011) Digital Journalism. London: Sage Publications.

Dwyer, Tim (2010) Media Convergence. Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press Thornburg. Ryan,

M. (2011) Producing Online News: Digital Skills, Stronger Stories. Washington: CC Press, a division of Sage. Kolodzy, Janet 2006. Convergence Journalism. Writing and Reporting Across the News Media. Oxford: Rowman& Littlefield Publishers. Holmes, T., Hadwin, S. and Motterhead, G. (2013) The 21st Century Journalism Handbook. London, New York: Pearson.

UNIT TITLE NARRATIVE JOURNALISM: Theory and

Practice (Study Abroad option) Unit Code FJRN5025 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 12 Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016 CONTENT In this unit, you will consider the changing role of the journalist as a practitioner and within wider social contexts. Structured around the core journalistic five ‘W’s - who, what, when, where and why – you will examine the exemplars of long form journalism about people/the self, writing about places/travel journalism, writing true crime, the role of the journalist in recording historical events and writing as a witness. These examples will be used to inspire your own original journalistic writing. You’ll also consider the role of journalism and other media in a range of fields, including politics, economics, cultural issues, science and technology. Areas of study may include:

- What factors influence the decision to publish a story and the impact the news media has on the wider world.

- The impact of changing technology on the media and future business models. - The degree of influence the media has on politicians and the general public. - The rise of celebrity journalism. - The principles of democracy, freedom of the press, freedom of information and the public

interest. - Social and moral responsibilities of media professionals. - Contemporary political issues, values and perceptions, such as national identity, citizenship,

cultural diversity, and the role of the media in such matters. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1: To investigate the history, scope and potential of long form journalism and its growing place

in the industry A2: To explore the creative possibilities of persuasive writing A3: To explore techniques such as narrative structure, characterisation and description A4: To develop a critical framework for the study of contemporary journalism, drawing

on ideas from sociology, politics, cultural studies, linguistics and media studies A5: To introduce methodologies for examining journalism and other media products

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A6: To understand the changing impact of the media on contemporary social and political

discourse. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1: Demonstrate an understanding of the term ‘narrative journalism’ and how it differs in

structure, style and content from daily news writing (A1) LO2: Demonstrate an understanding of when and how to use creative writing techniques and

appropriate platforms, as applied to factual storytelling (A2) LO3: Apply investigative techniques and approaches that underpin narrative journalism, including

sourcing interviewees to develop ideas from conception to finished text (A3) LO4: Identify key theories of the media and key political ideas and show a critical understanding of

their relationship to notions of freedom, accountability and power in contemporary news media (A4, A5)

LO5: Handle relevant critical debate on the news media and its relationship with wider society and

politics with precision and confidence (A5, A6). INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 84 No. of hours of independent activity 216 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Lecture/workshop style sessions • Practical writing activities • The production of a final portfolio

The module will be taught by weekly lectures/discussion groups/workshops. Please note that the lecture slot will include some interactive and practical activities as well as traditional lecture content. Workshop/writing activities will be linked to the lecture content.

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ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable

Portfolio 50% A series of pieces exploring different narrative styles

Portfolio

2000 - 3000

Essay 50% An essay on an aspect of contemporary media utilising critical and evaluative skills

Essay 2500

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay 50% Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 50% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical

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Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Demonstration of appropriate content and treatment of a piece of pieces of longform journalism

LO1, LO2

Evidence of consideration of appropriate platforms

LO2

The depth of research and investigation that was undertaken and the treatment and crediting of sources

LO3

The extent to which you are able to understand and articulate key theories about the media and its role in society

LO4

Your ability to develop cogent arguments about the role of the media based on your own, and others’, research

LO5

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Gutkind, Lee (2012) You Can’t Make This Stuff Up: The Complete Guide to Writing Creative Nonfiction--From Memoir to Literary Journalism and Everything in Between. Boston, MA: Da Capo Books. Boynton, Robert (Ed.) (2005) The New New Journalism: Conversations with America’s Best Non-Fiction Writers on their Craft. New York: Vintage. Kramer, Mark (2007) Telling True Stories: A Nonfiction Writers' Guide from the Nieman Foundation at Harvard University. New York: Penguin. Allan, S. (2013) Citizen Witnessing. Cambridge: Polity. McQuail, Denis (2005) McQuail’s Mass Communication Theory (5th Ed.). London: Sage. Shoemaker, P. & Vos, T. (2009) Gatekeeping Theory. New York: Routledge. Recommended Capote, T. (1966) In Cold Blood. USA: Random House. Hankinson, A. (2016) You Could Do Something Amazing with Your Life (You Are Raoul Moat). Australia and London: Scribe Publications. Orwell, G. (1933) Down and Out in Paris and London. Available from: http://www.george-orwell.org/Down_and_Out_in_Paris_and_London/index.html Thompson, H.S. (1971) Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. USA: Harper. Bernstein, Carl and Woodward, Bob (1974) All the President’s Men. USA: Simon and Schuster.

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Allan, S. & Thorsen, E. (Eds.) (2009) Citizen Journalism: Global Perspectives. New York, NY: Peter Lang. Gillmor, Dan (2006) We the Media: Grassroots Journalism by the People, for the People. Farnham: O’Reilly. Dick, Murray (2013) Search: Theory and Practice in Journalism Online. Basingstoke; New York: Palgrave

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UNIT TITLE Law and Broadcast News (Study Abroad

option) Unit Code FJRN5026 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 12 weeks Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016 CONTENT As a journalist or media professional operating in the UK, you will need a thorough knowledge of, and ability to operate within the context of, both the key legal principles, UK statutes and European Law, as they affect newsgathering and publication, and of contemporary ethical and regulatory constraints relevant to journalism and other media publications. The law tuition in this unit focuses on the judicial system of England and Wales, and on the journalist’s rights and responsibilities within that system. You will attend and report on Crown and, where possible, Coroners’ Courts. You will also study how the law and legal process affects newsgathering and publication for audio and audio-visual media, and apply this knowledge by taking part in news production days in which you will be part of a team operating as a broadcast newsroom. This will entail using skills in assembling television and radio packages and online or social media content. You will be involved in planning the content of the news bulletins or programmes and the treatment of individual stories. You will act as a reporter on location, producing news and sports packages or live updates, an editor making the key decisions back at base and as a camera operator. On occasion, you may work as a director or vision or sound mixer which will give you a greater understanding of the mechanics of television news. You will be expected to demonstrate creative ways of telling stories, explaining stories and getting them on air, in time. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To provide the basis of a working knowledge of the English and Welsh legal system in relation

to how journalists and other media professionals work A2 To provide a working knowledge of the regulations affecting journalists and of relevant

industry codes of practice A3 To develop knowledge of the ethical issues that influence newsgathering, publication and the

dealing with information and informants A4 To develop practical skills in the reporting of courts A5 To develop planning, self-management, interpersonal, collaborative and communication

skills, in preparing and undertaking a work placement.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 Demonstrate detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of the legal, ethical and

institutional frameworks within which media professionals work and the resultant constraints on their practice and output

LO2 Operate as a member of a team producing regular news content across different platforms LO3 Originate stories which have the potential to appeal to a defined audience LO4 Produce well-researched and written packages for television, radio and online (including

social media), demonstrating technical and creative skill LO5 Adhere to the legal, ethical and institutional frameworks within which journalists work and to

UCA's health and safety guidelines. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 100 No. of hours of independent activity 160 No. of hours of placement activity 40 This will comprise:

• Lectures outlining the key principles of media law, back by your own reading, and recent developments in the field

• Seminars exploring some of the issues that media professionals regularly face • News Production days as outlined in the CONTENT section

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ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1 – Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable Written Exam 50% A written examination

covering the English and Welsh legal system and regulatory and ethical codes which cover journalism and the wider mass media.

Written Exam

Three hours

Portfolio 50% A portfolio to include: - Evidence of participation in news production days; - A news diary explaining your contribution to each news day and, where appropriate, links to your output.

Portfolio 2000 – 3000 words

Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam 50% Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 50% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written 50% Coursework 50% Practical

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Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

The extent to which you can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of media law, ethics and regulation

LO1

Your overall contribution to news production days, including your versatility in different roles including reporter, presenter, planner, director and vision or sound mixer (This should be evidenced in your news diary)

LOs 2-5

The range and quality of story ideas you generate (including, where appropriate, ideas for other students) (Evidenced in your news diary)

LO3

The level of skill displayed in your TV, radio and online packages, taking account of the research that went into them and the writing and technical abilities shown in their construction (Links to these packages should be included in your news diary)

LO4

Demonstrate your understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical constraints governing what you can broadcast (You should indicate where you have encountered a relevant issue in your news diary)

LO5

REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Quinn, Frances 2013 Law for Journalists. Harlow, England: Pearson. Banks, D. and Hanna, M. (2016) McNae’s Essential Law for Journalists (23rd Ed.). Oxford: Oxford University Press. Heywood, Andrew (2015) The Essentials of UK Politics (3rd ed.). Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. Patching, R. and Hirst, M. (2013) Journalism Ethics: Arguments and Cases for the Twenty-first Century. London: Routledge. Independent Press Standards Organisation (2016) IPSO Editors’ Code of Practice at: https://www.ipso.co.uk/IPSO/cop.html Ofcom (2011) Ofcom Broadcasting Code Guidance at: http://stakeholders.ofcom.org.uk/broadcasting/guidance/programme-guidance/bguidance/ BBC (s.d.) BBC Editorial Guidelines at: http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/guidelines/editorialguidelines/pdfs/Editorial_Guidelines_in_full.pdf Recommended Boyd, A., Stewart, P and Alexander, R. (2008) Broadcast Journalism. Abingdon: Focal.

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Bull, A. (2010) Multimedia Journalism: A Practical Guide. Abingdon: Routledge. Holmes, T., Hadwin, S. and Motterhead, G. (2013) The 21st Century Journalism Handbook. London, New York: Pearson. Hudson, G. and Rowlands, S. (2012) The Broadcast Journalism Handbook. London: Pearson. Keeble, R. (2008) Ethics for Journalists (2nd Ed.). London: Routledge. Knight, M. and Cook, C. (2013) Social Media for Journalists. London; Los Angeles: Sage. National Union of Journalists (2011) NUJ Code of Conduct at: http://media.gn.apc.org/nujcode.html Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (2015) Reporting Restrictions in the Criminal Courts: April 2015 at: https://www.judiciary.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/reporting-restrictions-guide-2015-final.pdf Leveson Inquiry (2014) Culture, Practice and Ethics of the Press at: http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20140122145147/http:/www.levesoninquiry.org.uk/

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UNIT TITLE Advanced Sports Writing Unit Code FSJN5031 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 24 Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016 CONTENT In this unit, you will consider the changing role of the sports journalist and the growing need to explain, empathise and contextualise, rather than only breaking the ‘facts’. In this unit, we will study great sports writing from journalists, past and present, including some who have used other creative skills, such as illustration or graphic design to tell their stories You will acquire a full working knowledge of those organisations, individuals, events, issues and regulations that have shaped today’s sporting landscape. This knowledge will be applied to spotting and preparing stories and reflected in the development of a specialised contacts book. You will develop language, writing and presentation styles to match or improve on contemporary industry practice, including studying 21st Century modes of communication such as live blogging and reporting via social media. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1: To learn about the organisations, individuals, events, issues and regulation that have shaped

today’s sporting landscape A2: To build contacts within sports organisations and sports media houses, from which you can

develop original sports stories A3: To develop language, writing and presentation styles to match or improve on contemporary

industry practice A4: To understand the role of self-critical appraisal in the enhancement of work and to utilise it

appropriately. LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1: Demonstrate an understanding of individual sports, their governing bodies, rules and

regulations and the principal media organisations that cover them (A1) LO2: Use your own contacts to find compelling sports stories (A2)

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LO3: Deploy a variety of writing and presentation styles to match or improve on contemporary industry practice (A3)

LO4: Demonstrate critical evaluation of your work, and the process of editing and revision (A4). INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 100 No. of hours of independent activity 200 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Lecture/workshop style sessions • Practical writing activities • The production of a final portfolio

The module will be taught by weekly lectures/discussion groups/ workshops. Please note that the lecture slot will include some interactive and practical activities as well as traditional lecture content. Workshop/writing activities will be linked to the lecture content. You will be required to attend live sporting events. ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1- Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable Portfolio 50% A portfolio of reports on

sports events demonstrating a range of content and techniques

Portfolio

To be agreed with tutor

Portfolio 50% A portfolio of sports writing for a variety of platforms demonstrating a range of content and techniques and including a short reflective commentary

To be agreed with tutor

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Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio 100% Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 100% Practical Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Demonstration of an in-depth understanding of at least two sports from a sporting and organisational perspective

LO1, LO2

Depth of research and investigation demonstrated by the originality of your stories and the way you’ve made use of your sources

LO1, LO2

The quality of writing, including evidence of consideration of appropriate audiences and platforms

LO3

Contextual knowledge and self-reflection (evidenced by a short reflective commentary)

LO4

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REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Andrew, P. (2013) Sports Journalism, A Practical Introduction (2nd Ed.). London: Sage. Hamilton, D. (2008) Provided You Don’t Kiss Me. London: Harper. Hornby, N. (2005) Fever Pitch. London, Penguin. Stofer, K, Schaffer, J. and Rosenthal, B. (2009) Sports Journalism: An Introduction to Reporting and Writing. Lanham: Rowman and Littlefield. Recommended Steen, R. (2014) Sports Journalism: A Multimedia Primer (2nd Ed.). London: Routledge. Toney J (2013) Sports Journalism: The Inside Track. London: Bloomsbury. Jennings, A. (2006) Foul!: The Secret World of FIFA : Bribes, Vote Rigging and Ticket Scandals. London, HarperSport. Keating, F. (2014) The Highlights, London: Guardian books. Davies, P. (1990) All Played Out. London: Yellow Jersey Press. Baker, A. (2004) Where Am I and Who’s Winning. London: Yellow Jersey Press. Barnes, S. (2006) The Meaning of Sport. London: Short books. Hill, D. (1989) Out of His Skin: The John Barnes Phenomenon. London: Faber. Honigstein, R. (2009) Englischer Fussball: A German’s View of Our Beautiful Game. London: Yellow Jersey Press. Walsh, D. (2012) Seven Deadly Sins: My Pursuit of Lance Armstrong. London: Simon & Schuster. Williams, R. (1996) Racers. London: Penguin.

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UNIT TITLE Sports Journalism: present and future Unit Code FSJN5034 Location Farnham Level 5 Duration (number of weeks) 28 weeks Credit Value 30 Total Learning Hours for Unit 300 Date of approval of this version July 2016 CONTENT This unit follows on from The Study of Sport and Sports Journalism in which you considered the role that sport came to play in the media and society during the 20th Century. In this unit, you’ll explore how the relationships between sport, the media and society are changing, and will continue to change, in the 21st Century. Areas of study include:

- What factors influence which sports and which sports men and women receive the most coverage in the mass media.

- The impact of changing technology on sports journalism and future business models. - The importance to sports institutions of securing mass media coverage and the extent to

which social media offers an alternative channel of communication with supporters. - The relationships between sport and business and sport and politics and the extent to which

these relationships distort the level playing field to which sport aspires. - The relationships between sport and fashion, marketing and promotion, including that of

public health. - The principles of democracy, freedom of the press, freedom of information and the public

interest. - Social and moral responsibilities of sports stars. - Contemporary political issues, values and perceptions, such as national identity, citizenship,

cultural diversity, and the role of both sport and the media in such matters. Over the course of this unit, you’ll develop your critical and analytical skills to prepare you for a major theory project in your final year. AIMS The aims of this unit are: A1 To develop a flexible critical framework for the study of contemporary sports journalism,

drawing on ideas from sociology, politics, cultural studies and sports science A2 To introduce methodologies for examining sports journalism A3 To understand the changing relationship between sport and the mass media A4 To raise awareness of the impact that journalism (and other forms of media) can have on

wider society A5 To identify a subject and relevant methodology for a major theory project.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES On satisfactory completion of the unit you will be able to: LO1 To identify and evaluate key theories about the media and sport LO2 To discuss relevant critical debate on the news media and its relationship with sport

and wider society LO3 To identify a question and appropriate methods for answering it, as part of a research

proposal. INDICATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS No. of hours of scheduled activity 96 No. of hours of independent activity 204 No. of hours of placement activity 0 This will comprise:

• Lectures outlining some of the key debates in sports journalism • Seminars where you will have the chance to discuss these debates • Workshops in which we will support your essay writing and interview skills.

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS Table A1 - Assessment Components Assessment Component

List all separate

components

Weighting (%)

Typical Indicative Assessment tasks

Where the component comprises more than one

assessment task

Assessment Type For each component

double click in the box to see options. The options equate to the assessment types in table A2

Word Count

Approx. word count where

applicable Essay 1 40% An essay on an aspect of

contemporary sports media utilising critical and evaluative skills

Essay 2500

Viva voce 20% A face-to-face interview exploring some of the ideas raised in the essay

Oral Presentation Approx. 15 minutes

Essay 2 40% A work preparing you for your final major project in third year. This may take the form of a dissertation proposal, a literature review or similar

Essay 2000

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Table A2 – KIS Categories for Assessment

Assessment Type % of assessment Category

Written exam Written

Set exercise (under exam conditions but not testing practical skills)

Written

Written assignment, including essay 80% Coursework

Report Coursework

Dissertation Coursework

Portfolio Coursework

Project output (other than dissertation) Coursework

Set exercise (not under exam conditions, e.g. critiques)

Coursework

Oral assessment and presentation 20% Practical

Practical skills assessment (including production of an artefact)

Practical

Set exercise testing practical skills Practical Table A3 – Summary KIS data Assessment Category Total % for Unit Written Coursework 80% Practical 20% Table A4 – Assessment Criteria

CRITERION

MAPS TO LEARNING OUTCOME

Articulation of key theories about sport, the media and their roles in society

LO1

Ability to develop cogent arguments about the role of sports journalists based on your own, and others’, research

LO1, LO2

Understanding of research methods and how they could be applied to a research project that you have devised yourself

LO1, LO3

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REFERENCE MATERIAL Essential Allison, L. (2005) The Global Politics of Sport: The Role of Global Institutions in Sport. London: Routledge. Billings, A. (2010) ‘Meet the "Framers": The Olympic Producers’ in Girginov, V. and Parry, J. The Olympics: A Critical Reader. Abingdon: Routledge. Boyle, R. and Haynes, R. (2009) Powerplay (2nd revised Ed.). Edinburgh University Press. Cashmore, E. (2010) Making Sense of Sports (5th Ed.). London: Routledge. Cashmore, E. (2006) Beckham (2nd Ed.). London: Polity. Wagg, S. (ed) (2004) British Football and Social Exclusion. Abingdon: Routledge. Recommended Elsey, B. & Pugliese, S. (2015) Soccer and the Boundaries of History: Politics, Social Change and Critical Theory. New York: Palgrave Macmillan. Fletcher, T. (2015) Cricket, Migration and Diasporiccommunities. Routledge. Hylton, K. (2008) ‘Race’ and Sport: Critical Race Theory. London: Routledge. James, C.L.R. (2005) Beyond a Boundary (revised edition). London: Yellow Jersey press. Sugden, J. & Tomlinson, A. (eds.) (2012) Watching the Olympics: Politics, Power and Representation. London: Routledge. Thomas, N. & Smith, A. (2008) Disability, Sport and Society. London: Routledge. Lord Justice Taylor’s report into Hillsborough: http://www.epcollege.com/EPC/media/MediaLibrary/Knowledge%20Hub%20Documents/F%20Inquiry%20Reports/Hillsborough-Taylor-Report.pdf?ext=http://www.epcollege.com/EPC/media/MediaLibrary/Knowledge%20Hub%20Documents/F%20Inquiry%20Reports/Hillsborough-Taylor-Report.pdf The report of the independent panel investigating Hillsborough (2012): http://www.official-documents.gov.uk/document/hc1213/hc05/0581/0581.pdf

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