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MJ4300 Science and the Media: Challenges for Journalism and Communication Course description

Course name in Norwegian
Science and the Media: Challenges for Journalism and Communication
Study programme
Master's Programme in Media Development
Master's Programme in Media Development, part-time
Master Programme in Journalism
Master Programme in Journalism
Elective modules, Master Programme in Journalism
Weight
10.0 ECTS
Year of study
2023/2024
Curriculum
SPRING 2024
Schedule
Programme description
Course history

Introduction

The course uses a blended learning approach, with a combination of attendance-based seminars and digital learning materials. Students will explore real-world cases emerging at the intersection of society, technology and their future profession.

Required preliminary courses

The following coursework requirements must be approved in order for the student to take the exam:

  1. A one-page outline including the topic and the structure of the final project report. The outline must be approved by the course coordinator/course teacher/supervisor within a set deadline. If the outline is not approved the first time, the student may submit a revised version within a second deadline.
  2. Two individual assignments with a word limit of 1500 words each (+/- 10%). If one or both assignments are not approved the first time, the student may submit a revised version within a second deadline.

Learning outcomes

Individual project report (3000-4000 words). The report must be written in either English or a Scandinavian language.

The exam can be appealed.

New/postponed exam: In case of failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable time span following the regular exam. The student is responsible for applying for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The Regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in Regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

Teaching and learning methods

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are followed.

Course requirements

Grade scale A-F

Assessment

One examiner will be used. External examiners are used regularly.

Permitted exam materials and equipment

The course has 5 ECTS of overlapping content towards STKD6610 Technology and Society, BIO 1070 Technology and Society I, ERGOB1070 Technology and Society I, FYB1070 Technology and Society I, RAD1070 Technology and Society I, SYKK1070 Technology and Society I, SYKP1070 Technology and Society I, TAB1070 Technology and Society I, VERB1070 Technology and Society I.

Grading scale

Grade scale A-F

Examiners

The exam papers are assessed by one internal and one external examiner. At least 25% of the exam papers will be assessed by two examiners. The grades awarded for the papers assessed by two examiners form the basis for determining the level for all the exam papers.

Admission requirements

A bachelor's degree. The minimum academic requirement for admission is the grade C, in accordance with Regulations Relating to Admission to Master's Degree Programmes at OsloMet.