MMP309 Professional Media Practice
Admission will be based on a letter of application including reasons for applying and a CV. Applications are to be handed to steinarh@hivolda.no by October 15. Please mark the application MMP309.
This course gives students practical experience within their media profession through internship or practicum with companies and organizations. The course includes lectures and seminars aiming to facilitate best possible learning outcome from the internship and the exam production. Internal internship and approved projects may be an alternative.
In accordance with the National Qualifications Framework the student will achieve the following learning outcomes after completing the course:
The student
- will have advanced knowledge of work in the media industry
- will have advanced knowledge of different ways of practical learning
The student
- can fill a role in the media business in an independent way
- can use media theory and methods to participate in larger productions and to reflect around the professional work in an advanced way
The student
- can use their knowledge and their skills to perform or participate in advanced productions
The course extends over one semester and consists of lectures and seminars, followed by minimum 8 weeks of either 1.Internship in a company or an organization, 2. Practicum within VUC or 3. A self-driven approved project.
The student has to participate in lectures and seminars.
The student must have completed the internship and have submitted a confirmation from the company.
Fill out the evaluation form of the course (done anonymously).
Examination results are executed in accordance with the Directive for Admission, Studies and Examination at Volda University College, § 9-4
The course will be evaluated in accordance with Volda University College quality assurance system
- Media Practices - master
| Assessment Form | Grouping | Duration | Grading scale | Proportion | Comment | Support Materials | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Portfolio | Individual | 1 Semester | A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade | The methods report should be 3000-5000 words, 1,5 spaced,12pt. |
The exam production is a work within the student's specialization or a description of work processes. In the method report the student have to discuss the work and present qualified reflexions upon practices and routines in the practical field.