Digital Features (006P3)
Digital Features
Module 006P3
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module will introduce students to the practice and principles of long-form features and elements of digital design. Students will research, source and produce journalism in a range of formats and explore different approaches to digital design. Throughout the module, students will be encouraged to engage in self-reflective critique of their professional practice.
Module learning outcomes
Produce, sub-edit and manipulate digital content demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the techniques of designing, manipulating, editing and production of journalistic copy for print and digital media.
Deploy originality in the application of the knowledge of the techniques of designing, manipulating, editing and production of journalistic copy for print and digital media and demonstrate autonomous planning and execution of tasks to tight deadlines and in line with professional legal and ethical requirements.
Demonstrate an ability to complete editorial assignments, ethically, independently and within the law
Critically appraise and reflect on their individual professional practice.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | A2 Week 1 | 70.00% |
| Essay | A2 Week 1 | 30.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 11111111110 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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