Journalism Internship

Subject JOUR90003 (2016)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.

Credit Points: 12.5
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

Semester 1, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period 29-Feb-2016 to 29-May-2016
Assessment Period End 24-Jun-2016
Last date to Self-Enrol 11-Mar-2016
Census Date 31-Mar-2016
Last date to Withdraw without fail 06-May-2016

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period 25-Jul-2016 to 23-Oct-2016
Assessment Period End 18-Nov-2016
Last date to Self-Enrol 05-Aug-2016
Census Date 31-Aug-2016
Last date to Withdraw without fail 23-Sep-2016


Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 20 days placement: Occasional academic supervision before, during and after the placement, to be determined in consultation with the Course Director.
Total Time Commitment:

150-160 hours

Prerequisites:
  1. Permission from the internship coordinator is required.
  2. This subject should be completed during the second half of the Master of Journalism.
  3. An application process applies. Students interested in undertaking this subject are required to submit an expression of interest in the semester prior to commencement of the internship, via the online form: https://artsunimelb.formstack.com/forms/internship_application
Corequisites:

None

Recommended Background Knowledge:

None

Non Allowed Subjects:

None

Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Margaret Simons

Contact

m.simons@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

Students enrolled in this subject will complete a four week (full time equivalent) placement with an external organisation. Students will be supervised by the Subject Coordinator in collaboration with a designated party at the host organisation. Students will work across a range of tasks relevant to the organisation’s objectives, and will develop and complete a specific project in discussion with the host organisation and the Subject Coordinator. The internship experience will provide students will a valuable professional experience, and will extend their professional networks. The internship will facilitate the application of knowledge acquired through coursework to a professional workplace.


Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion students will have:

  • acquired an extensive knowledge of the conditions, cultures and practices of a range of workplaces;
  • gained practical vocational experience in an industry setting;
  • applied professional concepts, frameworks and techniques in a vocational setting;
  • gained significant insight into the complexities of professional decision making and management; and
  • developed a capacity to critically evaluate their experience and to share their findings through written and oral reports.
Assessment:

Written assessment equivalent to 5,000 words comprised of the following tasks:

1. A 1,000 word project proposal and work plan, developed in consultation with the host organisation and the Subject Coordinator, worth 20 per cent of the final mark, due within two weeks of beginning the internship.

2. A 2,500 word portfolio of work for the host organisation or equivalent in audio visual or multimedia material, worth 50 per cent of the final result, to be assessed by the Subject Coordinator, in consultation with the host organisation, due within two weeks of the conclusion of the internship.

3. A 1,500 word journal or reflective essay that documents and reflects on the Internship Experience, to be assessed by the Subject Coordinator, worth 30 per cent of the final mark, due within two weeks of the conclusion of the internship.

Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of placement and supervisory meetings in order to pass the subject.

Prescribed Texts:

None

Recommended Texts:

None

Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

Upon successful completion students will have:

  • advanced their communication skills through contribution to seminar discussions and presentations, and participation in workplace-based discussions and reporting sessions;
  • developed their research, analytical and writing skills;
  • expanded their conceptual skills and creative thinking;
  • increased their capacity for effective teamwork through group discussions and collaboration with the workplace mentor and other staff; and
  • developed their time management and planning skills through managing subject workload requirements and work placement commitments.
Links to further information: http://graduate.arts.unimelb.edu.au/mcp/master-of-journalism.html
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations: 100 Point Master of Journalism
150 Point Master of Journalism
200 Point Master of Journalism

Download PDF version.