1. Bachelor of Journalism Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of Arts (International Studies) Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Journalism

2. Is Journalism for you? What makes a good journalist? Curiosity “People” skills Writing skills General knowledge Journalism – a “glamour” career? Most journalists work in print media Most interviewing done by phone Strict deadlines Limited opportunities for “creative” writing But … On-the-spot when things are happening Meet interesting people Paid to talk with people and write Learn about many different fields/specialise in area of interest Travel – within job and work elsewhere Rarely dull, always changing

3. Entry requirements Getting into journalism: Cadetship University journalism program University program in other area, followed by postgraduate study in journalism Program entry requirements: SACE entry: No prerequisite subjects; English recommended. TER from 2008 Bachelor of Journalism: Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of Arts (International Studies): Tertiary transfer possibilities: From one of UniSA Bachelor programs based at Magill (e.g. Bachelor of Arts Communication and Media Management) – apply to transfer after 1 year of study

4. Program structure Bachelor of Journalism: Three-year full-time degree program Study in journalism plus study in another area (e.g., writing, international studies, sport and play studies, language, communication, film and video production) Broad-based foundation courses Core Journalism courses and Journalism electives (TV journalism, radio journalism, shorthand, sports journalism) Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of Arts (International Studies): Four-year full-time double degree program Compulsory + elective courses in Journalism Compulsory + elective courses in international studies Study of language Electives + foundation courses Students strongly encouraged to undertake exchange Graduate with two degrees

5. Program Structure Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Journalism: Five year full-time double degree program Compulsory + elective courses in Laws Compulsory + elective courses in Journalism Students must complete first year Laws courses before studying Journalism courses Graduate with two degrees

6. Program structure Key areas of study: What is “news”? Information-gathering skills News writing skills Writing for newspapers, radio and TV Legal, ethical and social issues Media theory Core Journalism courses cover: Intro to news and news writing Desktop publishing/news design Intro to broadcast journalism Ethics, law, social issues Professional practice Journalism Electives include: Advanced print journalism Radio journalism TV journalism Specialist journalism Contact hours 12 to 16 a week Available full-time and part-time; on-campus only Based at Magill campus

7. Experience. The Difference. Key advantages of the program: Only university journalism programs in SA Taught by academics and practitioners Practical and theoretical preparation for work in journalism Highly regarded by employers Excellent national reputation (in top 5 programs) Can lead into postgraduate study Strong demand from applicants Placements/internships/The Warbler Industry links: Opportunities for practical experience (e.g., internships, radio journalism, The Warbler) Close links with industry in SA and in Victoria/NSW Industry tutors Industry guest speakers Most graduates employed in journalism or related areas

8. Our graduates Where journalists work: Newspapers Radio Television “In-house” publications Magazines (general, specialist) Public relations Government departments Freelance Recent graduates working at: Metropolitan TV (Channel 7, 9, ABC) ABC Radio (Adelaide and regional) Messenger Newspapers The Advertiser Commercial radio in SA and interstate Country newspapers in SA and interstate Local government State and federal government Specialist magazines interstate

9. Contact details Rosie Paradiso– Program support officer–830 24561 Program information events – Communication and Media booths at Open Day Magill Career session (Tuesday, 9 September at Magill campus) UniSA website – www.unisa.edu.au – visit MBJO, MBJI, DBLDwww.unisa.edu.au