NO EN Journalism (Bachelor) Do you like to write? Are you interested in visual media and sound production? Does your temperature rise at the mention of injustice, deception or misuse of power? Do you want to set the agenda, ask the tough questions and experience the satisfaction of contributing to an open, informed society? Journalism studies at University in Nordland gives you the tools you need to understand, analyse and communicate with the world around you using the power of the media. BACHELOR IN JOURNALISM ECTS Credits 180 Study level Bachelor Start semester Autumn 2015 Teaching language Norwegian Faculty Campus Faculty of Social Sciences Bodø Application deadline 4/15/2015 BIRGIT RØE MATHISEN Programme coordinator Førsteamanuensis Phone: +47 75 51 72 05 E-mail: birgit.r.mathisen@nord.no NINA STØVER Academic advisor Førstekonsulent Phone: +47 75 51 77 74 E-mail: nina.stover@nord.no JOB OPPORTUNITIES Graduates have the opportunity to choose career pathways both within journalism and other sectors. The programme qualifies graduates for work in the media as journalists and editors and in publishing. It also provides a solid b...ackground for work in the public sector, social work and within the information and communication sectors. FURTHER EDUCATION Graduates qualify for entry into relevant master programmes at University of Nordland and other institutions. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Higher Education Entrance Qualification Page 1 of 39
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Programme overview 1ST STUDY YEAR OVERVIEW Autumn 2015 Study foundation semester - Individual, Society and Science EX150S Spring 2016 30 SP Mandatory courses 170 ECTS Credits Bacherlor Thesis 10 ECTS Credits The journalist in society JO140U 20 SP Language and communication JO141U 10 SP 2ND STUDY YEAR Autumn 2016 Newsroom departments: all-round journalism JO142U 20 SP Media Science JO124U 10 SP Spring 2017 Research and investigative journalism JO143U 20 SP Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences ME118S 10 SP 3RD STUDY YEAR Autumn 2017 Freelancing and the newsroom JO212U 10 SP Up the tempo JO213U 10 SP Bachelor's Thesis in journalism JO203U 10 SP Spring 2018 Internship JO214U 20 SP Internship Thesis JO215U 10 SP Page 3 of 39
Study plan BACHELOR IN JOURNALISM Political science is about politics and political systems structure and functioning. Theories about democracy and public participation in politics, and perspectives on how politics are translated into actions through management processes and administrative bodies on different levels, are central topics covered in the study programme. Political science consists of subjects such as political theory, political behavior, public policy and administration, organizational theory, as well as comparative politics and international relations. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Higher Education Entrance Qualification Language requirement View general admission information View specific application deadlines PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION The bachelor degree programme in political science is composed of several traditional political science topics, with an emphasis on public policy, management, organization and leadership. This combination provides general knowledge about policy development and organization, and includes a specialization in issues of public governance and leadership of organizations. Students are generally recommended to take one or more courses at foreign educational institutions, for example one of the many universities with which UiN collaborates. LEARNING OUTCOMES The student will on successful completion of the programme : Knowledge and understanding: Possess basic knowledge of the political history of ideas and political theory Possess basic knowledge of the international political system, globalization processes and more recent phenomena such as international terrorism and global environmental problems Possess basic knowledge of research ethics and social science methodology Skills: Possess basic skills in collecting, organizing, developing and presenting research-based knowledge Demonstrate basic skills in the analysis of political processes and issues General competence: Demonstrate good knowledge of the structure and function of local, regional and national political systems, and the recent developments and changes associated with these Demonstrate good knowledge of the role and significance of organizations and how they function, and be able to analyze organizations and organizational change processes ASSESSMENT METHODS Either a home exam, an oral examination or a written examination, or a combination, with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F) Page 4 of 39
EXAMINATION REGULATIONS, ASSESSMENT AND GRADING The Norwegian system for grading and assessment using the letter grades A - F, in which A denotes the best/highest grade and F denotes "not passed". Grades can also be awarded as "passed", "not passed", "approved" and "not approved". Read Examinations rules and regulations QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS Refer to Regulations concerning studies and examinations at University of Nordland and other local regulations University Rules and Regulations COSTS No specific costs other than semester registration fee and course literature. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor thesis STUDY ABROAD Students are encouraged to study for one or two semesters abroad, for instance at one of the institutions with agreements with UIN. Students can choose topics to replace the compulsory courses, or they can study elective courses during their stay abroad SPECIFIC ARRANGEMENTS FOR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING If the applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission requirements. General arrangements for recognition of prior learning PROGRAMME EVALUATION The programme is evaluated via student questionnaire, as well as by the programme director. The evaluations form a part of the University's quality assurance system. Page 5 of 39
Subject descriptions (12) Study foundation semester - Individual, Society and Science EX150S The goal for this semester course is twofold: 1. The course enables students to be better able to study and get involved in studies. It also lays the foundation for the expertise and skills students should have as students and in relation to their future work. It emphasizes in particular: Communication and reflection skills Writing and presentation skills 2. The course provides a basic introduction to philosophy and the history of science, and to central research themes and teaching at the faculty. Currently, this includes the following topics: Democracy, gender equality and participation Norwegian Society and the World Ethics in Practice and Science Globalization, Trade, Environment and Risk The Media's role and power Social Analysis and Political Systems Science s role and power Welfare Society and Welfare State Development No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. STUDY FOUNDATION SEMESTER - INDIVIDUAL, SOCIETY AND SCIENCE EX150S ECTS Credits 30 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory for all bachelor programmes at the Faculty of Social Sciences except for the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. The course includes the courses Ex.phil and Ex.fac. Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 1st study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences Norwegian KJARTAN KOCH MIKALSEN Course coordinator Førsteamanuensis Phone: +47 75 51 71 27 E-mail: kjartan.k.mikalsen@nord.no Start semester Autumn 2015 Page 6 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge: On successful completion of the course the candidate should: have broad knowledge of science traditions and their standing in society have basic knowledge of the role of science in social development understand the ethical challenges in research and knowledge-based practice be able to identify the positions, arguments and structures of different text types have a basic understanding of themselves at a personal level in communication and in relationships with others Skills: On successful completion of the course the candidate should: be able to take professional stands in debates be able to structure course material and present this in written work or oral form be able to work both independently and in groups master the relevant professional tools and techniques be able to think critically about ethical issues, both personal and student and community issues be able to reflect on own values and humanity General competence: On successful completion of the course the candidate should: be able to think critically about scientific knowledge production be generally oriented in social analysis, ethics and science be able to pass on important subjects, such as theories, issues and solutions in written, oral, and through other appropriate forms of expression have insight into the characteristics of science texts and how such texts can affect society be able to contribute to their own and others' professional development in an independent and thoughtful manner PREREQUISITIES Students must be prepared to read some litterature in Norwegian and some in English RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING FELLESPENSUM (for ALLE): Books: Brodersen, R. B., Bråten, F. R., Anders, Slethei, K., Ågotnes, K. (2007), Tekstens autoritet. Tekstanalyse og skriving i akademia. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (180 sider) Eide, Martin (2011), Hva er journalistikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (Kapittel 1-5, 104 sider) Eriksen, Thomas H. og Torunn Arntsen Sajjad (2011), Kulturforskjeller i praksis. Oslo: Gyldendal akademisk (Kapittel 1-8 og 17, 127 sider) Gilje, Nils og Harald Grimen (1993), Samfunnsvitenskapenes forutsetninger. Innføring i samfunnsvitenskapenes vitenskapsfilosofi. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (Kapittel 1-7 og 10, 196 sider) Jensen, Per og Inger Ulleberg (2011), Mellom ordene. Kommunikasjon i profesjonell praksis. Oslo: Gyldendal akademisk (Kapittel 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 11, 15 og 16, 187 sider) Skirbekk, Gunnar og Nils Gilje (2007), Filosofihistorie Innføring i europeisk filosofihistorie med særlig vekt på vitenskapshistorie og politisk filosofi. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (Kapittel 1-15, 20 og 21.A-D, 370 sider) Torp, Hege (red.) (2012), Nytt Arbeidsliv. Medvirkning, inkludering og belønning (E-bok). Oslo: Gyldendal akademisk (Kapittel 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9 og 10, ca. 155 sider) Compendium: Allardt, Erik (1976), Dimensions of welfare in a Comparative Scandinavian Study. Acta Sociologica, s. 227-239 (12 sider) Buckley, Terry (1996), The Institutions of Athenian Democracy, i Aspects of Greek History 750-323 BC. A Source-Based Approach. Routledge, s. 252-273 (22 sider) Gilley, Bruce (2006), The meaning and measure of state legitimacy: Results for 72 countries, i European Journal of Political Research 45 (3), s. 499-525 (27 sider) Page 7 of 39
Grimen, Harald (2004), Samfunnsvitenskapelige tenkemåter. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (Kapittel 2.3-10, 29 sider) Grimen, Harald (2010), Robert Nozick den minimale staten, i Pedersen, Jørgen (red.), Moderne politisk teori. Oslo: Pax Forlag (Kapittel 2, 22 sider). Huseby, Robert (2012), Likhet og rettferdighet G. A. Cohens kritikk av John Rawls. Nytt norsk tidsskrift 29 (2), s. 148-156 (9 sider) Høibraaten, Helge (1998), Demokrati, makt og kommunikasjon, i Fermann, Gunnar og Torbjørn L. Knutsen (red.), Virkelighet og vitenskap perspektiver på kultur, samfunn, natur og teknologi. Oslo: Ad Notam Gyldendal (Kapittel 8.5, 33 sider) Lundby, Knut (2010), Medier overalt, i Frønes, Ivar og Lise Kjølstad (red.), Det norske samfunn. Oslo: Gyldendal Akademisk (23 sider) Nielsen, May Britt O. (2011), Den demokratiske revolusjon, i Norvegr. Bind 3, 1840-1914. Oslo: Aschehoug & Co, s. 208-237 (30 sider) Noack, Turid (2004), Familien i velferdsstaten: fra støttespiller til trojansk hest?, i Ellingsæter, Anne Lise og Anlaug Leira (red.), Velferdsstaten og familien utfordringer og dilemma. Oslo: Gyldendal akademiske (28 sider) Rose, Lawrence (2014), Demokratiteori forventninger og virkelighet, i Baldersheim og Rose (red.), Det kommunale laboratorium. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget (Kapittel 2, s. 19-50, 32 sider) Røiseland, Asbjørn (2015), Samstyring og demokrati. Bodø: FSV notat Røiseland, Asbjørn (2015), Teorier om legitimitet. Bodø: FSV notat Schwebs, Knut og Helge Østbye (2013), Media i samfunnet. Oslo: Samlaget (Kapittel 8, 35 sider) Stamsø, Mary Ann (red.)( 2009), Velferdsstaten i endring. Oslo: Gyldendal Akademisk (Kapittel 3 og 10, ca. 50 sider) Svendsen, Lars Fr. H. og Simo Säätelä (2007), Hva er en god handling?, i Det sanne, det gode og det skjønne en innføring i filosofi. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (Kapittel 6.1-3, 26 sider) Titmuss, Richard (2006), Universalism versus Selection, i Pierson, Christopher and F. Castles (eds.), The welfare state reader. Cambridge: Polity Press, s. 40-9 (10 sider) Available online: Lu, Catherine, World Government, The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy (Fall 2012 Edition), Edward N. Zalta (ed.), URL = <http://plato.stanford.edu/archives/fall2012/entries/world-government/> PENSUM TIL TEKSTSEMINAR, KOMMUNIKASJON OG ETIKK (programspesifikt): Barnevern og Sosialt arbeid Compendium: Eide, K., Damsgaard, H.L. (2012) Utfordringer i velferdsstatens yrker. Fontene forskning, 5 (1): 69-81 Natland, S. og Rasmussen, M. (2012) Jeg var ganske usynlig. Fontene forsking, 5 (1): 4-18 Kojan, B. H. et al. (2014) Barnevern og sosiale nettsamfunn - en utforskende analyse. Norges barnevern 91 (2-3): 63-76 Røysum, A. (2010) Sosialarbeidernes profesjon utfordres. Fontene forsking 3 (1): 41-52 Edvardsen O. og Mevik K. (2014) Vold mot barn i hjemmet: Hvordan ivareta barns rettigheter? Tidsskrift for familierett, arverett og barnerettslige spørsmål 12 (4): 317-33 Eide, Solveig Botnen (2008) Profesjonsetikkens basis: en drøfting med utgangspunkt i endringer av norske sosionomers profesjonsetiske kodekser. Fontene forskning, 1 (1): 38-48 Book: Ruud, Anne K. (2011), Hvorfor spurte ingen meg? Kommunikasjon med barn og ungdom i utfordrende livssituasjoner. Oslo: Gyldendal akademisk (Kapittel 1-3, 50 sider) Availale online: Yrkesetisk grunnlagsdokument for barnevernpedagoger, sosionomer, vernepleiere og velferdsarbeidere: https://www.fo.no/getfile.php/01%20om%20fo/hefter%20og%20publikasjoner/yrkesetisk_2011_lav%281%29.pdf Historie og lektorutdanningen Compendium: Audoin-Rauzeau, S. og Becker, A. (2002) Battle, combat, violence: a necessary history. I: Audoin-Rauzeau, S. og Becker, A. Understanding the Great War. Hill and Wang, ss. 15-44. Drake, H.A. (2006) The Impact of Constantine on Christianity I: Lenski, N. red. The Cambridge Companian to the Age of Constantine. Cambridge University Press, ss. 111-136. Evjen, B. (2008) Giftermål, næring og etnisk tilhørighet 1850-1930. I: Evjen, B. og Hansen, L. I. red. Nordlands kulturelle mangfold. Etniske relasjoner i historisk perspektiv. Pax Forlag, ss. 239-270. Krag, C. (2012) Rikssamlingshistorien og ynglingerekken. Historisk Tidsskrift 91 (2): 159-189 Aas, S. (2014) Kvinnebyen Bodø før 1940. I: Politikk, profesjon og vekkelse. Kvinner i Norge på 1800- og 1900-tallet. Fagbokforlaget, ss. 111-139. Page 8 of 39
Eide, S. B. og Skorstad, B. (2013) Diskursetikk. I: Etikk- til refleksjon og handling i sosialt arbeid. Gyldendal akademiske (Kap. 6, 13 sider) Hedberg, P. (2006) Habermas og den ideale talesituasjon - En innføring. Replikk (6 sider) Johansen, K. E. og Vetlesen A.J. (2000) Redelighet, saklighet og forskningsetikk. I: Innføring i etikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (kap. 11, 20 sider) Available online: Forskningsetiske retningslinjer for samfunnsvitenskap, humaniora, juss og teologi. De nasjonale forskningsetiske komiteene. [Online]: https://www.etikkom.no/documents/publikasjoner-som- PDF/Forskningsetiske%20retningslinjer%20for%20samfunnsvitenskap,%20humaniora,%20juss%20og%20teologi%20%282006%29.pdf (Innledning, del A-D og F, 28 sider) Human Resource Management Compendium: Arnulf, J.K. (2012) Ledelse og styring. I: Hva er ledelse. Universitetsforlaget, s. 15-39. Byrkjeflot, H. og Guldbrandsøy, K. (2013) Både hierarkisk styring og nettverk. Tidsskrift for samfunnsforskning 54 (4): 463-491. Haaland, F. H. og Dale, F. (2005) Å bli leder for første gang. I: På randen av ledelse. Gyldendal akademisk, s. 11-20. Rødvei, P. H. (2008) Trenger vi fagforeninger i et individualisert arbeidsliv? Tidsskrift for samfunnsforskning 49 (2): 243-55. Sund, B. og Lines, R. (2014) Implisitte teorier om særtrekk ved norsk ledelse. Nordiske Organisasjonsstudier 16 (3): 56-79. Eide, S. B. og Skorstad, B. (2013) Diskursetikk. I: Etikk- til refleksjon og handling i sosialt arbeid. Gyldendal akademiske (Kap. 6, 13 sider) Hedberg, P. (2006) Habermas og den ideale talesituasjon - En innføring. Replikk (6 sider) Johansen, K. E. og Vetlesen A.J. (2000) Redelighet, saklighet og forskningsetikk. I: Innføring i etikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (kap. 11, 20 sider) Available online: Forskningsetiske retningslinjer for samfunnsvitenskap, humaniora, juss og teologi. De nasjonale forskningsetiske komiteene. [Online]: https://www.etikkom.no/documents/publikasjoner-som- PDF/Forskningsetiske%20retningslinjer%20for%20samfunnsvitenskap,%20humaniora,%20juss%20og%20teologi%20%282006%29.pdf (Innledning, del A-D og F, 28 sider) Journalistikk Compendium: Brurås, Svein (2012): Vær varsom og dristig. I: Warmedal, M. M. Hjeltnes, G. red. Gravende journalistikk. Metode, prosess og etikk. Oslo : Gyldendal Akademisk, s. 312-326. Eide, Elisabeth (2012): Backlash i mediene? Journalistikk og kjønn. I: Orgeret, K. S. red. Norske medier journalistikk, politikk og kultur. Kristiansand: Cappelen Damm Høyskoleforlaget, s. 134-159. Eide, Martin (2009): Sannheten, verken mer eller mindre. I: Hva er journalistikk. Universitetsforlaget, s. 7-45. Mathisen, B. R. (2010) Heia vårres kara. I: Mathisen, B. R. red. Lokaljournalistikk. Blind patriotisme eller kritisk korrektiv. Kristiansand: IJ-forlaget, s. 34-62. Omdal, Sven Egil (2012): På ryggen av en svart svane. I: Eide, M., Larsen L. O. og Sjøvaag, H. red. Nytt på nett og brett Journalistikk i forandring. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget, s. 23-36. Lamark, Hege (2001) Som journalister spør. Kristiansand: IJ-forlaget, s. 11-35. Dirchsen, Jan B. (2011), Et spørgsmål om tillid at lave tv med mennesker. Århus: Forlaget Ajour, s. 13-50. Book: Brurås, Svein (2014), Etikk for journalister, 5. utgave. Fagbokforlaget (Kap. 9, Presseetikk og moralfilosofi, 30 sider) NB! De øvrige kapitlene i boka inngår som pensum 2. semester. Kapittelet er derfor ikke trykt opp i kompendiet. Boka fås kjøpt på Akademika. Lederskap Compendium: Arnulf, J.K. (2012) Ledelse og styring. I: Hva er ledelse. Universitetsforlaget, s. 15-39. Byrkjeflot, H. og Guldbrandsøy, K. (2013) Både hierarkisk styring og nettverk. Tidsskrift for samfunnsforskning 54 (4): 463-491. Haaland, F. H. og Dale, F. (2005) Å bli leder for første gang. I: På randen av ledelse. Gyldendal akademisk, s. 11-20. Monsen, L.-K. (kommer 2016) Ledelse, makt og kommunikasjon (upublisert manus). Sund, B. og Lines, R. (2014) Implisitte teorier om særtrekk ved norsk ledelse. Nordiske Organisasjonsstudier 16 (3): 56-79. Eide, S. B. og Skorstad, B. (2013) Diskursetikk. I: Etikk- til refleksjon og handling i sosialt arbeid. Gyldendal akademiske (Kap. 6, 13 sider) Hedberg, P. (2006) Habermas og den ideale talesituasjon - En innføring. Replikk (6 sider) Johansen, K. E. og Vetlesen A.J. (2000) Redelighet, saklighet og forskningsetikk. I: Innføring i etikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (kap. 11, 20 sider) Available online: Forskningsetiske retningslinjer for samfunnsvitenskap, humaniora, juss og teologi. De nasjonale forskningsetiske komiteene. [Online]: https://www.etikkom.no/documents/publikasjoner-som- Page 9 of 39
PDF/Forskningsetiske%20retningslinjer%20for%20samfunnsvitenskap,%20humaniora,%20juss%20og%20teologi%20%282006%29.pdf (Innledning, del A-D og F, 28 sider) Sosiologi Compendium: Gjernes, T. (2004) Helsemodeller og forebyggende helsearbeid. Sosiologisk tidsskrift 12 (2): 143-165 Hansen, M. Nordli (2005) Ulikhet i Osloskolen: Rekruttering og segregering. Tidsskrift for ungdomsforskning 5 (1): 3-26 Rogstad, J. og Solbrække, K.N. (2012) Velmenende likegyldighet? Etnisk mangfold og integrasjon i en norsk sykehuskontekst. Sosiologisk tidsskrift 04/2012 Skorstad, B. (2008). Miljøomsyn i kvardagslivet. Sosiologi i dag 38 (4): 75-103 Stefansen, Hegna, Valset, von Soest og Mossige (2009) Vold mot homofil ungdom. Forekomst og fortolkning. Sosiologi i dag, 39 (2): 43-71 Eide, S. B. og Skorstad, B. (2013) Diskursetikk. I: Etikk- til refleksjon og handling i sosialt arbeid. Gyldendal akademiske (Kap. 6, 13 sider) Hedberg, P. (2006) Habermas og den ideale talesituasjon - En innføring. Replikk (6 sider) Johansen, K. E. og Vetlesen A.J. (2000) Redelighet, saklighet og forskningsetikk. I: Innføring i etikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (kap. 11, 20 sider) Available online: Forskningsetiske retningslinjer for samfunnsvitenskap, humaniora, juss og teologi. De nasjonale forskningsetiske komiteene. [Online]: https://www.etikkom.no/documents/publikasjoner-som- PDF/Forskningsetiske%20retningslinjer%20for%20samfunnsvitenskap,%20humaniora,%20juss%20og%20teologi%20%282006%29.pdf (Innledning, del A-D og F, 28 sider) Statsvitenskap Compendium: Bergh, Johannes og Guro Ødegård (2013), Ungdomsvalget 2011. Norsk statsvitenskapelig tidsskrift 29 (1): 30-50 Bøås, Morten (2009), Pirates of Somalia ny vekstnæring i et land uten stat. Internasjonal Politikk 53 (1): 89-100 Karlsen, Rune og Stine Marie Waage (2013), Et usedvanlig sterkt medium? - En eksperimentstudie av politiske TV- og radioreklamer. Tidsskrift for samfunnsforskning 53 (4): 430-454 Lundberg, Kjetil G. (2013), Fra tynne beskrivelser til feite forklaringer: - Om smitteperspektivet i norsk trygdedebatt. Nytt Norsk Tidsskrift 30 (2): 139-150 Nyseth, Torill (2013), Stedsutvikling i et innovasjonsperspektiv Karneval eller bare nye kostymer?, i Ringholm, toril, Håvard Teigen og Nils Aarsæther (red.), Innovative kommuner. Oslo: Cappelen Damm Akademisk (Kapittel 15) Eide, S. B. og Skorstad, B. (2013) Diskursetikk. I: Etikk- til refleksjon og handling i sosialt arbeid. Gyldendal akademiske (Kap. 6, 13 sider) Hedberg, P. (2006) Habermas og den ideale talesituasjon - En innføring. Replikk (6 sider) Johansen, K. E. og Vetlesen A.J. (2000) Redelighet, saklighet og forskningsetikk. I: Innføring i etikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (kap. 11, 20 sider) Available online: Forskningsetiske retningslinjer for samfunnsvitenskap, humaniora, juss og teologi. De nasjonale forskningsetiske komiteene. [Online]: https://www.etikkom.no/documents/publikasjoner-som- PDF/Forskningsetiske%20retningslinjer%20for%20samfunnsvitenskap,%20humaniora,%20juss%20og%20teologi%20%282006%29.pdf (Innledning, del A-D og F, 28 sider) MODE OF DELIVERY Face-to-face. TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Teaching methoda and learning activities consist of a mixture of lectures, field trips, student activity, seminars and group work. Selected parts of the curriculum will be discussed in lectures and students are responsible for reviewing the whole curriculum. Students are expected to influence the content of discussions and workshops by contributing with their own suggestions and comments. In addition to compulsory teaching and assignments students follow a longitudinal writing seminar related to the two written tasks in the portfolio examination OVERLAPPING COURSES EX130S Examen philosophicum - 10 study points. EX105S Examen facultatum - 10 study points. EX152S Fundamentals of Academic Text - 10 study points. EX151S Study foundation semester - Individual, Society and Science - 30 study points. Page 10 of 39
COURSE EVALUATION Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system Page 11 of 39
The journalist in society JO140U In this unit students learn to understand community. Learning is based both on collection of facts (research) and through consultation with people in a community in Salten. Students plan and carry out a journey to an allocated location. Together students familiarize themselves with the community, while practicing journalistic communication through texts, photography, film and sound. Practical exercises at the university and in local communities occur parallel to teaching of theory about community, Teaching has a particular focus on municipal administration and politics. Press ethics and media laws are also a part of the unit. The goal of the unit is to heighten awareness of the journalist s societal mission, as well as their professional role in the community. Students will need their own computer, digital camera and smart telephone. They are also expected to cover the costs of travel and accommodation in connection with excursions and research in the region. THE JOURNALIST IN SOCIETY JO140U ECTS Credits 20 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Start semester Spring 2016 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 1st study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences HEGE LAMARK Course coordinator Dosent Phone: +47 75 51 74 03 E-mail: hege.lamark@nord.no Page 12 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have knowledge about journalism s societal mission and the journalist s professional role Possess necessary social knowledge about how a municipality is built up, and how a community functions Be familiar with the media s ethical framework Understand ethical dilemmas in local journalism Skills Upon completion the student should: Be able to collect and systematize facts about a community with the help of public statistics and other relevant information Be able to meet others with respect; men and women of all ages, differing occupations, students, pensioners and others Grasp fundamental interview techniques Be able to take notes, photograph, record and edit sound and film files with the help of simple, mobile technology Be able to write creative texts appropriate to relevant journalistic genres. General competence Upon completion the student should: Be able to plan and carry out tasks and projects independently, as well as with other students Be familiar with innovative thinking in the field of media technology and publishing solutions, as well as be able to teach themselves to use available tools for dissemination of texts, sound, still images and video. Be able to work in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines. PREREQUISITIES Completed EX150S Study foundation semester RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Completed EX150S Study foundation semester RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Handgaard, B., Simonsen A.H. og Steensen S. (2013) Journalistikk : en innføring. Oslo, Gyldendal akademisk. Kapittel 1-11, 300 sider Brurås, S (2014) Etikk for journalister. 5.utg. Bergen, Fagbokforlaget. 301 sider Kofoed, S. (2014) Praktisk håndbok i digital historiefortelling. / Oslo: Cappelen Damm akademisk. 139 sider Indahl, Nils G. (2015) Innføring i samfunnskunnskap for journalister. Kristiansand, IJ-forlaget (185 sider). Mathisen, B. R. red. (2010) Lokaljournalistikk: blind patriotisme eller kritisk korrektiv? Kristiansand, IJ-forlaget. 288 sider Compendium 200 pages Total 1392 pages MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Teaching occurs on a fulltime basis and is comprised of lectures, seminars as well as work with individual assignments and group assignments. In addition to learning activities on campus, students will undertake excursions to a range of places in the Salten region. Students are expected to independently plan and carry out these excursions in small groups/an editorial team. Participation in the excursions and general group work is compulsory. Page 13 of 39
ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Presentation (first instance 2016 spring). OVERLAPPING COURSES JO134U News Journalism I - 10 study points. JO134U News Journalism I - 10 study points. JO135U Web Journalism - 5 study points. JO135U Web Journalism - 5 study points. JO112U News Journalism II - 5 study points. COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 14 of 39
Language and communication JO141U Language is the journalist s most important tool. This unit introduces students to the rhetorical demands for good journalistic language. Teaching illuminates ideas around language and power, as well as linguistic-political issues connected to establishment of norms and to linguistic diversity. The unit opens with a creative writing and photography course, which is followed by alternating lectures and practical exercises. Throughout the journalism degree, you will work with a socalled linguistic self-evaluation, which is intended to assist you in improving your use of language. The first part of the self-evaluation is a compulsory part of this unit. Students need their own computer, digital camera and smart telephone. LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION JO141U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Year of study Course location Faculty 1st study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences BENGT MORTEN ENGAN Course coordinator Universitetslektor Start semester Spring 2016 Teaching language Application deadline Phone: +47 75 51 70 12 E-mail: bengt.m.engan@nord.no LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have knowledge about good writing and correct journalistic language Be familiar with linguistic and stylistic approaches within different journalistic genres Have knowledge about language and power Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Disseminate information in correct, precise and vibrant language Understand how images and text work together Recognise, and avoid, manipulative use of language Reflect upon their own use of language and adjust this under supervision Analyse their own and others use of language. General competence Upon completion the student should: Have insight into relevant field-related and occupational issues Be able to acquire new and updated knowledge about a particular field. Page 15 of 39
PREREQUISITIES Completed EX150S Study foundation semester RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Completed EX150S Study foundation semester RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Eidnes, Trond (2005): Grammatikknøkkel. Bekkestua: NKI-forlaget Engebretsen, Martin (2005): Den forståelige nyhet (2. utgave). Kristiansand: IJ-forlaget Handgaard, B., Simonsen A. H. & Steensen, S (2013) «Godt journalistspråk» i Journalistikk - en innføring. Oslo, Gyldendal akademiske. Kulbrandstad, Lars Anders (2005): Språkets mønstre. Grammatiske begreper og metoder (3. utgave). Oslo: Universitetsforlaget Roksvold, Thore og Julie Fabricius (2008): Anvendt retorik. Tag sproget i munden (3. utgave). København: Akademisk forlag Uri, H. (2004) Hva er språk. Oslo, Universitetsforlaget MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS This full time unit is comprised of lectures, seminars and exercises. The «Linguistic self-evaluation» is a compulsory, independent work, which must be completed in order to access the final exam. Assessment methods and criteria: The unit concludes with a written school exam of 4 hours, carried out as a digital exam with supervision. Assessment: Digital written school exam (SK) Grading: A-F ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Written examination, 4 Hours (first instance 2016 spring). Compulsory work, worth 0/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 spring). OVERLAPPING COURSES JO112U News Journalism II - 5 study points. JO201U FeaureJournalism; Theory and Method - 5 study points. JO201U Featurejournalism; Theory and Method - 5 study points. COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 16 of 39
Newsroom departments: all-round journalism JO142U The occupational role of an all-round journalist is, by nature, varied. This unit will provide manifold and practical experience in relation to this role. Learning is directed towards trial production of journalism within varied themed areas, genres and forms of media, combined with language training and ethical reflection. You will learn about central social themes, at the same time as you produce news items and reporting within these different subject areas. Themes can vary from year to year; examples are health, social welfare, jurisprudence, education, sport and culture. Students will need their own computer, digital camera and smart telephone. They are also expected to cover the costs of travel and accommodation in connection with reporting and research. NEWSROOM DEPARTMENTS: ALL-ROUND JOURNALISM JO142U ECTS Credits 20 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Year of study Course location Faculty 2nd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences JAN ERIK ANDREASSEN Course coordinator Universitetslektor Start semester Autumn 2016 Teaching language Application deadline Phone: +47 75 51 73 83 E-mail: jan.e.andreassen@nord.no Page 17 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have knowledge about central themes in society Be familiar with journalistic practice within the different themed areas Be familiar with the journalistic genres and what differentiates them Understand ethical grey areas between objective documentation and the journalists personal interpretation of an assignment Have knowledge about news and reporting language, including composition, storytelling techniques and portrayal. Have knowledge about argumentation, analysis and use of rhetoric. Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Use methods for idea development, both independently and in groups Collect and judge information about different social topics from a broad source base Evaluate items for publication Plan, organize and carry our news and reporting work Make justified choices in all stages of the journalistic work process Use a mobile phone and other necessary technical equipment as professional tools Grasp visual and digital storytelling approaches General competence Upon completion the student should: be able to work as an all-round journalist and cover varying fields in society have insight into relevant field related and occupational issues grasp such work processes as relate to ethical requirements and guidelines have fundamental knowledge about journalistic work in the newsroom PREREQUISITIES All units from the first year of journalism studies. Newsroom departments: all-round journalism should be taken parallel to JO124U Media studies (co-requisite) RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE All units from the first year of journalism studies. Newsroom departments: all-round journalism should be taken parallel to JO124U Media studies (co-requisite) Page 18 of 39
RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Brurås, Svein (2012): Nyhetsvurderinger på innsiden i fem redaksjoner. IJ-forlaget Eide, Martin m.fl. (red.) (2012). Nytt på nett og brett: Journalistikk i forandring. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget Evensen, Jon Petter og Anne Hege Simonsen (2010): SE! Lærebok i visuell journalistikk. IJ-forlaget Handgard, Brynjulf. 2008. Intervjuteknikk for journalister. Gyldendal Akademisk (260 sider) Jensen, Ivar og Runde, Mari Skoe (2011): Radio på 1-2- 3. Kompendium UiN Kvam, Bjarne. 2014. ABC i alminnelig strafferett. Skal gjerningspersonen straffes? IJ-forlaget Stalleland, Asle og Stølås Audun (2006): Samfunnskunnskap for journalister. IJ-forlaget. Sneve, Stein (2002): Kommentarsjangeren. HBO-rapport 19/2002. Steensen, Steen(2009): Stedets sjanger: om moderne reportasjejournalistikk. IJ-forlaget. Thorkildsen Christian (2011): VJ for nybegynnere. IJ-forlaget. 179 sider Nybø, Reidun Kjelling (2010): Helsejournalistikk favner hele livet. Mathisen, B.M. Lokaljournalistikk - blind patriotisme eller kritisk korrektiv? Weiser Agnete (2013): Bare et bilde. IJ-forlaget MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS This is a full time unit with focus on practical journalistic trial production, combined with teaching of theory. You will continue to build on the research material you collected during the first year unit The journalist in society. You will also continue with work on your Linguistic self-evaluation. The second part of the self-evaluation is a compulsory part of this unit, and must be passed in order to access the final exam. Assessment methods and criteria: Individual portfolio with journalistic products and reflections. During the unit, students collate portfolio works within different themed areas, genres and media forms. For the exam, students choose four journalistic works, which represent different genres and media forms, as well as a reflection. These five portfolio items will be assessed as one, providing the final grade. Assessment: Portfolio Grading: A-F ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Portifolio (first instance 2016 autumn). OVERLAPPING COURSES JO144U Newsroom departments: all-round journalism - 20 study points. JO134U News Journalism I - 10 study points. JO134U News Journalism I - 10 study points. JO135U Web Journalism - 5 study points. JO135U Web Journalism - 5 study points. JO112U News Journalism II - 5 study points. JO201U FeaureJournalism; Theory and Method - 5 study points. JO201U Featurejournalism; Theory and Method - 5 study points. COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the universitys quality assurance system. Page 19 of 39
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Media Science JO124U The course gives a brief overview of some theories on journalism and media. On the course we look into the function and role the media has and should have in our society today. Language and communication also make up part of this course. The teaching deals with issues like the media and power, the history of journalism and media, democracy and public opinion, media policy, media reception, media effect, and media and globalization. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature MEDIA SCIENCE JO124U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory for Bachelor in Journalism Start semester Autumn 2016 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 2nd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences Norwegian LISBETH MORLANDSTØ Course coordinator Professor Phone: +47 75 51 74 07 E-mail: lisbeth.morlandsto@nord.no LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge and understanding The student will on successful completion of the course: have broad knowledge of a limited field of topics, theories, issues and processes which form part of the course possess the necessary factual knowledge relevant for the course have knowledge of the media's history, tradition, character and place in society understand the ethical challenges involved in the media s dissemination and practice Skills The student will on successful completion of the course: be able to apply technical knowledge and relevant results from research and development on theoretical issues have the ability to acquire updated knowledge be able to locate, assess and refer to information and technical information and present it so that it highlights a problem be able to document the knowledge General Competence The student will on successful completion of the course: have knowledge of relevant media theoretical issues able to plan and carry out tasks and projects relating to the topic be able to convey key subject matter as the theories, issues and solutions both written and orally be able to exchange views and experience with other persons possessing media backgrounds PREREQUISITIES Offered to students on the Bachelor in Journalism, but also open for other students. Page 21 of 39
RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Engan Bengt (red.) (2015): Makt og mening. Kompendium UiN Gripsrud, Jostein (2011): Mediekultur Mediesamfunn. Universitetsforlaget. 4. utgave. Skare Orgeret, Kristin red. (2012): Norske medier - journalistikk, politikk og kultur. Cappelen Damm Høyskoleforlaget. Kapittel 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 og 14 Kompendium i medievitenskap: Til sammen ca 600 sider MODE OF DELIVERY Face-to-face TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Lectures, seminars, tasks etc. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Written examination, 4 Hours (first instance 2012 spring). COURSE EVALUATION The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the universitys quality assurance system. Page 22 of 39
Research and investigative journalism JO143U All of journalism is, by nature, investigative. At the same time, critical, investigative, delving journalism constitutes the core of journalism s societal mission. This unit provides a specialization in advanced research and investigative journalism. You will learn about the Freedom of Information Act, public registers and business and industry. Press ethical issues and source evaluation will be central themes. In addition, you will have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with more advanced tools for visual presentation and storytelling. During the course of the unit, you will also study research methods. You will gain an understanding of the similarities and differences between scientific methods and the methods used in investigative journalism as well as the advantages of being familiar with both sets of methods. Students need to have their own computer, digital camera and smart telephone. Students are expected to cover the costs of travel and accommodation associated with any excursions, research and reporting work. Students will also need to purchase a collection of course literature. RESEARCH AND INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM JO143U ECTS Credits 20 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Start semester Spring 2017 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 2nd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences Page 23 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge: Upon completion the student should have: Broad knowledge about press ethics and source evaluation Knowledge about access to public documents, meeting transparency in public administration, the Freedom of Information Act, public databases and registers Knowledge about business and industry, and the economy Knowledge about laws relating to media Knowledge about documentary reporting and genre Knowledge about the significance of dramaturgy and presentation Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Evaluate societal questions from a journalistic perspective Use investigative methods in journalism Carry out advanced digital research and assure the quality of such research Make independent decisions about journalistic processes and product based on ethical and source evaluation. Convey a larger work in the form of a documentary Present information using visual/graphical approaches Work as part of a team General competence Upon completion the student should Be familiar with the critical, investigate role of journalism and its significance for society Be able to plan, research and conduct investigations on a larger scale, in collaboration with others Be able to present work in a journalistic form, including in a way that emphasizes visual expression Be able to assure the quality of their own and others research PREREQUISITIES All units in the first three semesters of journalism studies. RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE All units in the first three semesters of journalism studies. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Allern, Sigurd (2015): Journalistikk og kildekritisk analyse: Cappelen Damm Akademisk (277 s) Brenna, Anders. 2012. digitalt kildevern. IJ-forlaget (180 sider) Kofoed, Ståle de Lange (2014): Praktisk håndbok i DIGITAL HISTORIEFORTELLING. Cappelen Damm akademisk (139 s) Steensen, Steen (2009): Stedets sjanger. Om moderne reportasjejournalistikk. IJ-forlaget (page 92 235) ( total 142 pages) Warmedal, Morten Møller og Hjeltnes, Guri (2012): Gravende journalistikk : metode, prosess og etikk. Gyldendal Akademisk (page 141-217, page 240-282, page 312-374) (total 180 pages). Øy, Nils E. (2013): Medierett for journalister. IJ-forlaget. Del 2 og Del 4 (355 s) Compendium fordypningsstoff 150 pages Page 24 of 39
MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS The unit has combined assessment comprised of an individual assignment, a group work assignment and an individual oral exam. The individual assignment takes the form of a comprehensive personal profile of an individual chosen by the student. The profile is submitted in the form of a written research report. In the group work assignment, students conduct a larger investigation and submit this in the form of a documentary and a methods report. During the oral exam, students will be asked to answer questions relating to the assignments as well as about the course literature. Assessment form: Combined assessment (SV) Grading: Passed/not passed for individual assignment A-F for group work A-F for oral exam Weighting: Group work constitutes 60% of the final grade and the oral exam for 40%. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Compound evaluation (first instance 2016 spring). Assignment 1, worth 0/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 spring). Assignment 2, worth 60/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 spring). Oral Examination, worth 40/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 spring). OVERLAPPING COURSES JO201U FeaureJournalism; Theory and Method - 15 study points. JO201U Featurejournalism; Theory and Method - 15 study points. JO112U News Journalism II - 10 study points. COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 25 of 39
Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences ME118S The course provides an introduction to social science methods, both quantitative and qualitative. This course presents and discusses the key concepts in social science methods, methods its logical structure and how the qualitative data (interviews and observations) and quantitative data (statistics) are produced. The course includes: Development of how to create a research design The importance of a well-developedgood research question The relationship between theory and empirical work How research to produces data How data is interpreted and analyzed Differences and similarities between qualitative and quantitative methods Writing as a unique, independent thinking and analysis process No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES ME118S ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Year of study Course location Faculty 2nd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences BENTE VIBECKE LUNDE Course coordinator Førsteamanuensis Start semester Spring 2017 Teaching language Application deadline Norwegian Phone: +47 75 51 74 58 E-mail: bente.v.lunde@nord.no LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, students should: Understand the creaion development of a research design Have an overview of the various social science methods Know the contents of various methods and analytical approaches Be able to explain key concepts and approaches Be able to understand and assess the ethical challenges associated with different methods Be able to master the relevant scientific tools, techniques and forms of expression Be able to reflect on their professional practice and adjust this under supervision Be able to plan and conduct a simple research task Be able to read social science literature, as well as presentations of research in media with a better ability to understand and critically evaluate the results presented PREREQUISITIES Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or real life and work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE A good grasp of mathematics will be an advantage. Page 26 of 39
RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Dag Ingvar Jacobsen (2015). Hvordan gjennomføre undersøkelser? Innføring i samfunnsvitenskapelig metode. 3. utgave. Oslo: Cappelen Damm Akademisk. Kapittel 1 tom kapittel 11 (s. 13-247 = 234). Tove Thagaard (2013). Systematikk og innlevelse. En innføring i kvalitativ metode. 4. utgave. Fagbokforlaget. Kapittel 2 tom kapittel 9 (s. 37-231 = 194 sider). Kristen Ringdal (2013). Enhet og mangfold. Samfunnsvitenskapelig forskning og kvantitativ metode, 3. utgave. Fagbokforlaget. Kapittel 1, 2, 4, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, part of 16 og 17 (ca. 195 sider). In total: 623 pages MODE OF DELIVERY The education will be given as a combination of Llectures, and seminars and computer lab training. Precense at the computer lab training is mandatory. The lectures give an introduction to key topics, while in the seminars the students gain experience and training in research design. At the computer lab training the students will be introduced to basic statistical analysis performed in SPSS. The lab training will in total be approximately 6-8 hours. OVERLAPPING COURSES ME119S Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 study points. ME123S Introduction to Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Social Science - 10 study points. 33707-2 Generell sosiologi og sosiologisk analyse - 10 study points. ME118LS Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences - 10 study points. ME224F Social science research methods - 10 study points. COURSE EVALUATION The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university's quality assurance system. Page 27 of 39
Freelancing and the newsroom JO212U Journalism is a diverse profession and it is undergoing rapid change. Most journalists continue to work in established newsrooms, but increasing numbers choose to work as freelancers or founders. In many Europeans countries, the number of freelancers and independent journalists follows this trend. The journalists of tomorrow will need to be flexible and adaptable. The ability to develop and market ideas is decisive, not least for freelance journalists. This unit prepares you, as a journalism student, for working life, positioning you to better evaluate the varied professional choices available. During the course of the journalism programme you have learnt much about editorial processes and workflow. This unit, by contrast, will provide knowledge and understanding about the newsroom as an organisation; leadership of the newsroom and editorial staff as well as how the varied functions and roles within the media industry are maintained. Further, the unit covers entrepreneurship and innovation in the media industry, with a focus on freelancing and establishing a business. Finally, you will learn more about developing professional competencies and communication, and how you function as part of a collective. None FREELANCING AND THE NEWSROOM JO212U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory for journalism students Start semester Autumn 2017 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 3rd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences BIRGIT RØE MATHISEN Course coordinator Førsteamanuensis Phone: +47 75 51 72 05 E-mail: birgit.r.mathisen@nord.no Page 28 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have a fundamental understanding of professional life, the diverse actors within professional life, tripartite cooperation and labour laws. Have fundamental knowledge about entrepreneurship and innovation within the field of journalism. Have knowledge about establishing a workplace, and the opportunities freelance journalism offers. Have knowledge about the roles of journalist, supervisor, middle manager and editor, and what it entails to be a part of a workplace collective. Have knowledge about copyright and laws relating to photography and image use. Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Differentiate between professional roles and tasks within the media industry. Create, develop and sell ideas to editorial leaders and employers Advise and coach colleagues Plan their own work Show leadership in both their individual work as well as in collaboration with colleagues General competence: Upon completion the student should: Have knowledge about the field of journalism and working in the industry Have an increased awareness of professional roles and professional choices Be familiar with, and be able to discuss, press ethical issues tied to the relationships between journalism, communication and public relations. Be able to contribute to entrepreneurship and innovation in the field of journalism as well as discuss issues associated with new forms of innovation. PREREQUISITIES Completed the first two years of the Bachelor of Journalism. RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Completed the first two years of the Bachelor of Journalism. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Andersen, Hans Chr. (2002): Idéutvikling, coaching og efterkritik verktøjer til en mer kreativ arbeidsplads. DR Multimedie (125 sider) Jensen, Arne red. (2010): Slik blir du en bedre redaktør. Norsk Redaktørforening (390 sider) Mathisen, Birgit Røe og Jan-Erik Andreassen: «Fri, men sårbar frilansjournalisten i et omskiftelig arbeidsliv. UIN-rapport Kommer 2014 Ruud, Geir Terje (2014): Journalistiske entreprenører. Medienes krise din mulighet. Cappelen Damm Akademisk. (244 sider) Sabel, Bente (2013): Fagforeningsboka. Håndbok for tillitsvalgte journalister. Cappelen Damm (219 sider). MODE OF DELIVERY Internal Page 29 of 39
TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Teaching occurs on a fulltime basis, and is comprised of lectures, seminars and two compulsory assignments. The compulsory assignments are one individual assignment and one group assignment. The group work allows students to practice an advisor/leader role for other journalism students. Groups will plan, lead, coach and/or evaluate this internal rehearsal for journalism training. In the individual assignment, students will complete a task related to freelance establishment, entrepreneurship, and sale of ideas. Both of the compulsory assignments will be described in a task sheet, which is published prior to study start. Assessment methods and criteria: Completion of all compulsory group work and individual assignments qualifies students for the final exam. The unit concludes with a take-home exam. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Home examination, 2 Days (first instance 2016 autumn). Compulsory work, worth 0/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 autumn). Compulsory work, worth 0/100 of the grade (first instance 2016 autumn). COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 30 of 39
Up the tempo JO213U This unit is designed as a «pre-internship crash course, in which media technology skills are the focus. After New Year, you begin your editorial internship. This unit is intended as an intensive preparation, in relation to media technology, but also the ability to think on your feet and work under pressure. This unit gives you the opportunity to practice working at a high tempo: finding ideas, evaluating news worthiness, conducting necessary legal and ethical determinations, creating and publishing items quickly. You will also familiarize yourself with the newsroom in which you will do your internship, start finding ideas relevant for that newsroom, and consider your niche within the newsroom. Semester registration fee and course literature. UP THE TEMPO JO213U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Start semester Autumn 2017 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 3rd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have knowledge about the legalities relevant for journalism Have knowledge about the newsroom in which their internship will take place Be familiar with the internship newsroom s editorial profile, publishing systems and technological requirements Understand how daily output in the newsroom occurs. Skills Upon completion the student should: Be able to find and develop ideas appropriate to their newsroom Have the ability to solve issues and publish at a high tempo Be able to carry out ethical and legal evaluations independently and under pressure Be able to use necessary technological equipment, in accordance with expectations at the internship newsroom. General competence Upon completion the student should: Be well prepared to find their own niche, as well as formulate their own competency goals for the internship period. PREREQUISITIES Completed EX150S Study foundation semester or equivalent, and all units in the first and second years of the bachelor programme in journalism. Page 31 of 39
RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Completed EX150S Study foundation semester or equivalent, and all units in the first and second years of the bachelor programme in journalism. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Øy, Nils E (0213): Medierett for journalister. Cappelen Damm Akademisk. 474 sider. MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS This unit is, in essence, practical, with a limited number of teaching and training elements. In the first part of the unit, students will investigate their internship newsroom, especially with focus on its profile and technological set-up. Students will compare their own practical/technological abilities to the practical/technological requirements of the placement newsroom. The comparison will be summarized in a short written submission, which forms the foundation of internal production during the semester. The following part of the unit is comprised of journalistic production at a high tempo, which is based on the comparison/mapping. The internal production is a compulsory part of the unit. Students will practice idea development, media techniques and high tempo production, including also ethical evaluations. Assessment methods and criteria: The main exam takes the form of a 3 hour digital school exam with supervision. During the exam the student will have access to the course literature and a computer, but not access to the Internet. The exam grade constitutes 100% of the grade for the unit. Grading A-F ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Written examination, 3 Hours (first instance 2016 autumn). COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 32 of 39
Internship JO214U Having completed two and a half years of studies, students are given the opportunity to work for three months as a journalist, under supervision, at a professional media outlet. The internship gives students the chance to familiarize themselves with the journalism profession, gain practical experience, and develop insight into how a newsroom functions. Over many years, the Center for Journalism has built up partnerships with a range of media outlets and boasts a broad and established network. Usually internship placements are located in Northern Norway or in Trøndelag. The placement period is described in the central, professional Journlism agreement, which UiN refers to. During placement, the student is a part of the local newsroom and is subject to the ordinary conditions of employment in accordance with existing frameworks and agreements. Students are expected to cover costs associated with travel and accommodation during the internship. Interns from NOKUT-approved journalism studies are paid a wage during placement in accordance with relevant agreements. INTERNSHIP JO214U ECTS Credits 20 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Year of study Course location Faculty 3rd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences BENGT MORTEN ENGAN Course coordinator Universitetslektor Start semester Spring 2018 Teaching language Application deadline Phone: +47 75 51 70 12 E-mail: bengt.m.engan@nord.no Page 33 of 39
LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should have: Fundamental knowledge about being a journalist in a newsroom Insight into how a newsroom is constructed, and how the employees collaborate Broad knowledge about professional-ethical dilemmas in the everyday working environment Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Develop and present their own ideas Conduct research, contact sources and practice good source evaluation Solve a range of journalistic tasks Evaluate and reflect upon their own and others work, and adapt work under supervision Master relevant tools, techniques and forms of expression General competence Upon completion the student should be able to: Exchange viewpoints and experiences with others in their field and, in as such, contribute to the development of good practice Plan and carry out journalistic tasks and projects Master relevant professional practices in accordance with ethical and legal requirements and guidelines. PREREQUISITIES Prior to commencement of the internship thesis in the third year, students must have completed all units from the first and second years of the degree as well as 30 credit points from the third year of study. Students are required to undertake JO214U Editorial practice in the same semester as JO215U Internship thesis. RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Prior to commencement of the internship thesis in the third year, students must have completed all units from the first and second years of the degree as well as 30 credit points from the third year of study. Students are required to undertake JO214U Editorial practice in the same semester as JO215U Internship thesis. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Andersen, H. C. (2011) Ideudvikling, coaching, efterkritik : værktøjer til en mere kreativ arbeidsplads. København : Lindhardt og Ringhof. 3. udg. Bjerg, Lars: Den gode journalist. Etik, værdier og kvalitet i journalistikk, Forlaget Ajour 2009 Nygren, Gunnar: Yrke på glid - om journalistrollens de-professionalisering. 2008 Oltedal, Audgunn: Vesentleg og viktig? Om profesjonsverdiar i journalistkvardagen. IJ-forlaget 2012 MODE OF DELIVERY Editorial/journalistic work under supervision. Internal. TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Editorial/journalistic work under supervision. Prior to commencement of the internship, students will attend a compulsory preparatory seminar. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Practice (first instance 2017 spring). Compulsory work, worth 0/100 of the grade (first instance 2017 spring). Page 34 of 39
PRACTICE Internship, 12 weeks. COURSE EVALUATION The programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 35 of 39
Internship Thesis JO215U This unit builds on JO214U Editorial practice. The internship thesis is a written assignment in which students reflect upon their experiences during editorial professional placement. The assignment should demonstrate the student s ability to analyse their experiences using theories and concepts from the course literature in addition to press ethical rules and editorial practice. The text should also discuss questions about journalism and power. Course literature INTERNSHIP THESIS JO215U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory Year of study Course location Faculty 3rd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences BENGT MORTEN ENGAN Course coordinator Universitetslektor Start semester Spring 2018 Teaching language Application deadline Phone: +47 75 51 70 12 E-mail: bengt.m.engan@nord.no LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge Upon completion the student should: Have practical knowledge about being a journalist in a newsroom Have broad knowledge about current issues relevant to the field of journalism as well as professional-ethical debates in the newsroom Understand ethical challenges in journalism practice and dissemination. Skills Upon completion the student should be able to: Document knowledge and working processes Describe, reflect upon and extract lessons from actual, lived experiences Be able to justify professional choices Analyse experiences using theories and concepts from the course literature Find, evaluate and refer to academic material, and present this in a way that illuminates a problem. General competence Upon completion the student should be able to: Identify and reflect upon actual occupational problems Exchange viewpoints and experiences with others from a journalistic background and, through this exchange, contribute to development of good practice. PREREQUISITIES Students at bachelorprogramme in journalism. Page 36 of 39
RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE Prior to commencement of the internship thesis in the third year, students must have completed all units from the first and second years of the degree as well as 30 credit points from the third year of study. Students are required to undertake JO214U Editorial practice in the same semester as JO215U Internship thesis. RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING Lamark, Hege og Morlandstø, Lisbeth: Hederlig menneske god journalist. IJ-forlaget 2002. Oltedal, Audgunn: Vesentleg og viktig? Om profesjonsverdiar i journalistkvardagen. IJ-forlaget 2012 Nygren, Gunnar: Yrke på glid. Om journalistrollens de-professionalisering. Stiftelsen Instutet för Mediestudier. Stockholm 2008 MODE OF DELIVERY Internal TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Independent work and assignment writing The exam for this unit is an individual, written assignment in essay form. The starting point for the essay is a lived experience from, or a journalistic work made, in the practice period. A task sheet will be distributed containing further details relating to content, scope and form. It is a requirement that the internship assignment is submitted in the same semester in which the internship is undertaken. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Assignment (first instance 2017 spring). PRACTICE The unit is founded on JO214U Editorial practice. COURSE EVALUATION he programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire. This evaluation is incorporated in the university s quality assurance system. Page 37 of 39
Bachelor's Thesis in journalism JO203U The bachelor thesis is a theoretical specialization in a journalistic or media theoretical issue. The thesis is built on the students knowledge about media theory, journalistic theory and practical journalistic work The student has to pay for the printing of their bachelor thesis. Semester fee. BACHELOR'S THESIS IN JOURNALISM JO203U ECTS Credits 10 Level Course type Undergraduate degrees Compulsory for Bachelor in Journalism Start semester Autumn 2017 Year of study Course location Faculty Teaching language Application deadline 3rd study year Bodø Faculty of Social Sciences Norwegian HEGE LAMARK Course coordinator Dosent Phone: +47 75 51 74 03 E-mail: hege.lamark@nord.no LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge and understanding The student will on successful completion of the course: have a broad knowledge of a limited field of topics, theories, issues and processes that make up part of the course possess the necessary factual knowledge that applies in the course identify various common theories and methods in the course understand the ethical challenges involved in the subject of research, dissemination and practice Skills The student will on successful completion of the course : be able to apply technical knowledge and relevant results from research and development on theoretical issues demonstrate the ability to make reasoned choices be able to reflect on his/her academic performance and adjust this under guidance be able to locate, assess and refer to information and technical information and present this so that it highlights a problem General Competence The student will on successful completion of the course: able to plan and carry out tasks and projects related to the topic master the methods that apply in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines be able to convey key subject matter such as theories, issues and solutions both in writing and through other appropriate forms of expression PREREQUISITIES General study competence. RECOMMENDED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE It will be a great advantage for the student to already have some media or journalistic courses, and some knowledge of methods Page 38 of 39
RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED READING (in Norwegian) - Bech-Karlsen, Jo: Gode fagtekster. Essayskriving for begynnere. Universitetsforlaget 2003. (181 sider) Østbye, Helge m.fl.: Metodebok for mediefag. 3. utgave. Fagbokforlaget 2007. (316 sider) Compendium with Essay - examples, 50 pages 500 pages elective reading In total approx. 1.000 pages. MODE OF DELIVERY Individual work TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND METHODS Some lectures, but mostly guidance ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS Bachelor's thesis (first instance 2011 autumn, last instance 2016 autumn). COURSE EVALUATION The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system Page 39 of 39