NQF credits: 24 at HEQSF level 8
Convener
Entrance requirements
Acceptance for an Honours programme.
Description
This course grapples with the various forms, techniques, demands, pressures and complexities of political reporting in South Africa. It requires an understanding of and interest in contemporary political events and a willingness to experiment with ideas and opinions. The course empowers students with multimedia journalism skills.
DP requirements
Attendance at all classes; punctual submission of written work.
Assessment
One written research assignment of 3,500 words, 50%. One multimedia news story, 15%. One multimedia feature, 25%. A continuous blog, 10%.