Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, students will be able to:
demonstrate knowledge of the development of sports journalism
demonstrate an understanding of the distinction between written public relations and journalistic writing
demonstrate the ability to conduct interviews for journalistic and public relations purposes
demonstrate the ability to produce reports, columns, and other articles for journalistic or public relations purposes
demonstrate an understanding of ethical considerations in journalistic publication
demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to deadlines
Course Content
The course covers written sports journalism and written public relations for a public audience, in both theoretical and applied forms. The course includes both theoretical study and practical application in the form of journalistic texts and texts within the PR genre. The course also includes seminar discussions on current topics.
Assessment
- Assessment is carried out continuously through written assignments that are discussed during seminars, as well as a written final assignment.
Grades
The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–G.
To receive a Pass (G).
Grades are reported as follows:
- Seminars - 5 Credits | U–G
- Written exam - 2.5 Credits | U–G
Entry Requirements
- General entry requirements
Other Information
This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.
If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.