Course outline

Course outline

by System Administrator -

GMDP 919 Academy™

Certificate programme in broadcasting

Duration

Six months

Purpose

Train a new generation of South African broadcasters in all aspects of radio presentation and production with a strong emphasis on ethics and social awareness underpinned by technical skills.

Target Audience

Anyone looking to develop a career in broadcasting including as a presenter or journalist

Learning assumed to be in place

Proficiency in English and one other official language.
A tertiary qualification (degree or diploma) from a recognised tertiary institution requiring at least three years of study.
Recognition of prior learning may be applied if the candidate has at least three years related experience in the media industry.

Exit Level Outcomes (Credits)

  1. Demonstrate competence in basic general knowledge. (5)
  2. Demonstrate competence in knowledge of music, musicians, and music history. (5)
  3. Demonstrate competence in basic media research. (5)
  4. Demonstrate competence in basic law, legal systems, the constitution, and laws affecting the media. (5)
  5. Demonstrate competence in media ethics including accuracy, objectivity, and fairness. (5)
  6. Demonstrate a knowledge of the factors that affect broadcasting (history, ownership, regulatory framework). (5)
  7. Demonstrate ability to write voicers and radio scripts. (10)
  8. Demonstrate ability to research, compile, and produce radio news stories. (10)
  9. Demonstrate ability to record sound and perform interviews. (5)
  10. Demonstrate ability to transfer recorded material to non-linear editing system. (5)
  11. Demonstrate ability to edit sound on non-linear editing system including basic mixing of music and voice. (5)
  12. Demonstrate ability to competently operate mixing desk with multiple audio sources including digital playback systems, telephone, Zoom/Skype or similar where applicable. (5)
  13. Demonstrate ability to conduct live face-to-face and telephone interviews. (10)
  14. Demonstrate ability to present competently on air including speaking off the cuff unassisted for 3 minutes on an impromptu subject. (10)
  15. Demonstrate ability to create radio features including appropriate selection of music from existing playlist. (10)

Teaching methods

A combination of:

  • Interactive online learning
  • On-the-job (workplace learning);
  • Lectures (online); and
  • weekly assignments.

Learning and reference materials

To be provided in class or online as required

Scheduling

Up to 40 hours per week including weekend and shift work as required by the workplace

Assessment

Based on attaining a minimum of 50 percent of credits overall including a final written examination requiring a 50 percent pass mark.

Moderation options

Moderation by industry professionals who will be in possession of an applicable qualification and/or the necessary minimum industry experience

Human Resources

  • Course coordinator and lecture administrative assistant
  • Workplace mentors in various skill sets.

Physical resources

  • Lecture area
  • Shared workspace with internet-connected desktop computers.
  • Production facilities including studios and related equipment