Introduction to Journalism Studies
First course in the Master's Programme. An introduction to the research field of journalism. Mandatory Course first semester in Master's Programme.
The course provides an introduction to the research field of journalism with an emphasis on the relationship between journalism and democracy. Theories that connect democracy and the media, as well as the effects of different media models on democracy, are of central importance. The course also addresses how contemporary challenges to democracy and the democratic process are handled by and affect journalism.
Expected learning outcome
For a passing result on the course, the student must be able to:
- give an account of the journalistic research field and the historical relationship between journalism and theories of democracy,
- critically and systematically analyze and interpret the relationship between journalism and democracy, - understand and analyze contemporary challenges for the practice of journalism within various democratic contexts.
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Course structure
Teaching format
Teaching consists of lectures and seminars.
Course requirements: seminars are mandatory elements of the course.
The teaching takes place in English.This course is part of Master's Programme in Journalism Studies (HMJOA)
Master's Programme in Journalism Studies (HMJOA)
Assessment
The course is examined through a home exam.
Language is English.
If the student has a certificate with a recommendation for special educational support due to a disability, the examiner has the right to give an adapted test or have the student complete the test in an alternative way.
For more detailed information, refer to the course instructions. The course instructions are available no later than one month before the start of the course.
b. Grading takes place according to a goal-related seven-point grading scale:
A = Excellent
B = Very good
C = Good
D = Satisfactory
E = Adequate
Fx = Insufficient
F = Totally inadequate
c. The written grading criteria are communicated to the students at the start of the course. Communicated goal-related grading criteria are binding.d. In order to receive an approved final grade for the course, a minimum grade of E is required on all examination tasks and completed course requirements. If there are special reasons, the examiner may, after consultation with the teacher in charge, grant the student exemption from the obligation to participate in certain compulsory teaching or the completion of compulsory tasks. The student can then be charged with a compensation task. Examination assignments that are not submitted on time will not be graded.
e. At least three examination opportunities are offered for each course session. In the academic year in which there is no course opportunity, at least one examination opportunity is offered. Students who have received the grade Fx or F on an exam twice in a row by the same examiner have the right to have another examiner appointed for the next exam, unless there are special reasons against it. The petition for this must be made to the institution's board. Students who have received the lowest grade E may not undergo a renewed examination for a higher grade.
f. Possibility of supplementing the grade Fx up to a pass grade is not given on this course.
Examiner
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
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Course reports
