Summary

Journalists are the eyes and ears of our community. They keep a watchful eye over those who wield power, and the principles that society values, such as integrity, transparency, accountability and decency. The media industry is continuing to evolve, but skilled journalists are in demand across a range of industries, from publishing to universities, business, and both government and non-government organisations.

The Journalism and Non-Fiction Writing major will develop your practical skills in journalism and non-fiction writing, as well as critical and analytical skills relating to the role of the media and how news is generated, reported and transformed in the online environment. Your skills will be developed in some of the most up-to-date media facilities in Australia and by using cutting-edge equipment.

Key features

• Work with experienced industry professionals

   

  Gain insights into the creation and development of high-quality journalistic content from experienced professionals.

• Learn how to present complex storylines to general audiences

   

  Research, write and edit high-quality and engaging stories for diverse audiences.

• Develop research and evaluation skills to enhance storytelling

   

  Understand the historical, political and technological forces that drive forensic and digital media and journalism.

• Write stories across broad categories

   

  Construct and write stories across the broad categories of music and arts journalism, as well as literary non-fiction writing.