Module Descriptors
EDITING AND PRODUCTION 1
JOUR50202
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
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Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 22
Independent Study Hours: 128
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • PORTFOLIO weighted at 60%
  • PROJECT EVALUATION weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. A portfolio consisting of the design and lay out a magazine front cover; the design and lay out a tabloid-format newspaper inside newes page;
and a design analysis. 1,500 words
60% [Learning Outcomes 1, 2]
2. A project evaluation.. 1,000 words 40% [Learning Outcomes 2, 3, 4]
Module Indicative Content
This module provides basic knowledge, understanding and experience of processing words, pictures and graphics for newspaper and magazine use through an introduction to production methods, constraints and needs, while also improving reporting and writing skills. It introduces computer-based editing and design using industry-standard software (Quark XPress), typography, layout, the use of headlines and the analysis of how news values and reader needs and expectations are addressed through the editing process.
Module Learning Strategies
11 x workshops (2 hours) = 22 hours
Demonstrating and investigating the key concepts and technological systems employed in the design and production of print journalism.

Independent learning = 128 hours
Developing knowledge and understanding of the techniques to produce trade-standard work.
Module Resources
Library resources
OHP / PowerPoint/computer projector
Audio / video playback facilities
QuarkXPress on Apple computers
Module Texts
Evans, H., (1978) Editing and design, Heinemann
Hodgson, F.W., (1998) Newsubediting : AppleMac, QuarkXPress and after, Focal Press
Morrish, J., (1996) Magazine editing, Routledge
Quark Incorporated (2003) QuarkXPress reference manual, Quark Incorporated
Quinn, S., (2001)Digital sub-editing and design, Focal Press