There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

On this module you will source original stories specifically suitable for radio news and learn how to write, interview and structure reports. You will learn how to tell stories with the aid of audio techniques, whilst developing an understanding of how visual elements are required in television. In workshops and through web-assisted independent learning you will acquire the technical skills needed to produce simple broadcast artefacts to a high-quality standard. You will produce simple news bulletins and half hour programmes and consider different station styles and audiences. In producing these bulletins, you will learn techniques to write and present effective cues, two-ways and studio interviews. Basic voice- and presentation skills will enhance your confidence to operate as a presenter and reporter. This module will introduce you to terminology used in specific broadcast environments, and involve group work in a simulated industry environment. You will expand your critical understanding of news values and agendas, the legal and ethical requirements specific to broadcast journalism (balanced and impartial reporting, compliance, etc.) and your awareness of the converging media landscape.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Originate, research and produce stories that are suitable for radio news.

LO2: Demonstrate sound journalistic judgement specific to broadcast journalism.

LO3: Produce radio reports to a technically sound quality.

LO4: Work in groups to produce simple bulletins / programmes for radio.

LO5: Demonstrate a critical awareness of the rapidly developing multi-media landscape in which broadcast journalists operate including the legal and ethical context.