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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

F (FHEQ Level 4)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2024-09-16

Module Leader:

Caroline Pringle

Version Number

2024.02

Learning Methods

Practical Classes and Demonstrations

Guided Independent Study

Lecture

Synopsis

The module introduces you to a range of audio formats and technologies: mobile, online, radio and podcast. You will be provided with the essential recording, editing, studio skills and legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding the production of audio content, and to understand the language and concepts required to critically evaluate … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

Students will be introduced to the principles and concepts of audio formats and technologies in lectures and through supervised practical classes.Lectures will present history, theory of operation and use of equipment and practical advice. Practical classes will address the specifics of audio production processes and techniques within journalism and creative … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

Students will explore the potential and limitations of a range of broadcast andcreative media production techniques for audio. This will include but is not limited to:  Brief history of radio productionRisk AssessmentDeveloping resilience and confidence as an audio journalist and producerAudio InterviewingRecording other audioSourcing other audioVoiceoverDigital editingStructuring short audio pieces/packagesConsidering … For more content click the Read More button below. Students will work in the classroom and on location and will also be introduced toradio studio facilities. Students will acquire the relevant language used withinbroadcasting, journalism, podcasting and other contexts of audio media production.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of techniques and technologies used in audio production
2.
Demonstrate awareness of current practices in preparing speech based audio content for a specific audience.
3.
Recognise appropriate vocabulary and terminology related to audio production.
4.
Employ digital recording hardware to record audio
5.
Demonstrate technical and creative skills in planning, recording and editing audio for radio, online and mobile use.
6.
Demonstrate technical and creative skills in planning and producing promotional audio content

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Practical Skills Assessment

Assessment 2: Practical Skills Assessment

Assessment Criteria

The module will be graded in line with University regulations. The assessment criteria will be those used by the Media and Journalism subject area, designed in accordance with the appropriate Benchmark document, and made available tostudents in module handbooks and on assessment briefs. In this module, criteria will include design … For more content click the Read More button below.

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