1. The Environment The distance between China and the UK By: Chen Yifei

2. City University  Prestigious journalism department  High employment record in media industry  Practical emphasis

3. Environment Journalism Specialism Duration What is the teaching and learning style Who are my classmates? Who is our teacher?

4. Bibi van der Zee  Journalist, activist, author, lecturer …  Freelance reporter covering activism and the environment for the Guardian, New Statesman, Ecologist and New Consumer  Published books

5. Course Outline  Organizations and political department  Law and policies  Technology  Agriculture, food and animal rights  Activism and its history

6. Coursework … !  Presentation  Site visit parliamentary committee evidence session  Yes, only two!

7. Environmental Activism in China

8. Site Visit  Environmental Audit Committee evidence session (EAC)  How to embed sustainable development across government, after the Secretary of State ’ s announcement on the future of the Sustainable Development Commission(SDC) 3 hours later… Confused…. Confused….

9. What I have learned  Skills for journalists Analytical skill Don ’ t be afraid of the number Science knowledge

10. What I have learned  The distance is huge! 1. Students ’ knowledge 2. Media pay attention to this topic http://www.guardian.co.uk/ http://www.mingpaonews.com/ http://www.scmp.com/portal/site/SCMP/menuitem.5c58ff543144e4fc406d29105 3a0a0a0/?s=idx_News 3. Government value the importance of environmental protection

11. Conclusion  Golden chance!  Enthusiasm or just a job?  Establish your database