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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.

This module will introduce you to broadcast-related journalism: sourcing original stories, broadcast writing, creative broadcast storytelling techniques, and interviewing skills appropriate for radio and television. While you will develop strong broadcasts skills, applicable to both, radio and television journalism, this module does focus on radio. You will acquire the technical skills necessary to record and edit audio. You will put together radio packages, as well as producing simple bulletins and thirty minute programmes on news days. You will additionally expand your critical understanding of the specific context in which broadcast journalists operate, particularly noting issues around convergence and online developments including podcasting.