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An Introduction video provided by UniSA’s MDU will be shown before each presentation – click below to see an example. (no action required from presenters) Bachelor of Journalism School of Communication, International Studies and Languages Open Day 2009 Journalism Program information • 3 year degree • Magill campus • 2009 TER: 85.05 Double Degrees • Journalism & International Studies • Journalism & Law • Journalism & Writing and Creative Communication (new in 2010) Experience. The Difference. • Internships • International exchange opportunities Bachelor of Journalism Structure of MBJO • Major (12 courses that focus your degree) • 4 Foundation + 1 Indigenous • Sub-major (a cluster of 6 courses that broaden your academic program) • 1 Elective (from any of the courses offered by the University) Our Graduates Where Journalists can work: • Media – newspapers/radio/television/online • Magazines and In-house publications • Public Relations/Communication companies • Government Departments • Freelance Recent graduates working at: • Metropolitan TV– Channel 7, 9, 10, ABC • Radio – Australia wide, ABC Radio, regional and metro • Newspapers – Australia wide, regional and metro • Local, State and Federal Government Bachelor of Journalism What makes a good Journalist? Writing skills, people skills, general knowledge and curiosity Not just a glamour career… But… • Weekend work • Paid to talk with people and write • Odd hours • Not everyone likes dealing with the media • Travel – within job and work anywhere in the world • Working under pressure • Challenging • Plus much, much more…. Bachelor of Journalism Key Advantages of the program • Only University Journalism program in SA • Taught by Academics and Practitioners • Excellent reputation (in top 5 programs within Australia) Industry links • On-line website (The Warbler) • Close links with industry in South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales • Industry guest speakers Opportunities Opportunities within the program: • International exchange • Third Year Internship • Collaboration with Channel 31 Past student experiences: • World Police and Fire Games (Adelaide and Liverpool) • 2008 World Beach Volleyball Games Bachelor of Journalism Undergraduate Program Director Kathryn Bowd 8302 4677 Program Support Officer Ms. Rebecca Calton 8302 4286 Contact: www.unisa.edu.au/com [email protected] Experience. The Difference. September Career Information Sessions Experience… Education, Arts & Social Sciences Tuesday 8 September 2009 Magill campus Tours commence at 3 pm Information sessions commence at 5 pm Visit the campus where you’ll study. Register your attendance: www.unisa.edu.au/eas