University-level training program in Journalism

STANDARD UNIVERSITY-LEVEL JOURNALISM PROGRAM

CODE: 52.32.01.01

(Issued under Decision No. 3596/QD-DHQGHN, dated September 30, 2015)(by the Director of Hanoi National University)

 

PART I: GENERAL INTRODUCTION TO THE TRAINING PROGRAM

1. Some information about the training program

ButName of the training program:

+ Vietnamese: Journalism

+ English: Journalism

ButTraining program code:52.32.01.01

- Graduation title: Bachelor's degree

ButTraining duration:4 years

ButName of the diploma:

+ Vietnamese: Bachelor of Journalism

+ English: The Degree of Bachelor in Journalism

ButUnitassigned the tasktrain:Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

2. Objectives train

The undergraduate journalism program trains graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to work in the field of journalism and media; capable of fulfilling operational requirements in various forms of media in the digital age, in the context of international integration and globalization; capable of researching and teaching on issues of journalism and media at higher education institutions and research facilities...

After completing the course, students will have the competence to work in press agencies, media organizations, political and social organizations, etc., and will be able to continue their studies at a higher level, accumulating experience to become leaders and experts in the field of journalism and media.

3. Admission Information

Admission method: As per the regulations of Hanoi National University.

PART II: LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE TRAINING PROGRAM

1.Vknowledgeand professional competence

1.1. Regarding knowledge

Graduates of this training program possess in-depth theoretical knowledge in their field of study; master technical skills and have practical knowledge to solve complex tasks; accumulate foundational knowledge of basic principles, natural and social laws in their field of study to develop new knowledge and be able to continue studying at a higher level; have management, operational, legal and environmental protection knowledge related to their field of study; and possess specific knowledge and professional competence as follows:

1.1.1.KGeneral knowledge review:

- To understand and apply the knowledge and methodology of Marxism-Leninism and Ho Chi Minh Thought; to possess a dialectical materialist worldview and philosophy of life; and to have firm political awareness and class standpoint.

- Possess basic foreign language skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, equivalent to at least level 3 according to the 6-level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework for Vietnam.

1.1.2.Kknowledgeaccording tofield

- Understand and demonstrate one's understanding of the foundations of social sciences and humanities, especially in the fields of political science, psychology, sociology, history, and economics;

- Understanding the role of social sciences and humanities in social life, especially in the digital age, integration, and globalization.

1.1.3. Knowledge of subject areas and subject groups

- Understand and be able to apply the theories and principles of communication, interpersonal communication, and mass media communication to communicate effectively through writing, speech, and other forms;

- To understand the fundamental and core issues of law and ethics in journalism and media work;

- Understand and analyze the role and strengths of mass media channels in society. Understand the different professional fields and jobs within the media industry;

- To understand the operational model of media organizations and the roles and responsibilities of individuals within those organizations;

- Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental concepts and theories of mass communication (the role of media in social life, basic functions of communication, principles of journalistic ethics, etc.) in order to become a professional communicator and journalist.

1.1.4.Kindustry knowledge

- Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and the ability to exercise the rights and responsibilities of journalists in society. Understand and recognize the social, legal, and ethical responsibilities of journalists – socio-political activists;

- Understand the requirements for accuracy, fairness, and integrity in media activities and apply these requirements in journalistic work;

Possesses the ability to recognize and apply the distinction between reality and subjective opinions;

- Understand the roles and relationships between individuals in the media production process;

- Demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and independence in evaluating and assessing news; ability to organize and present information in the form of articles across various media formats (print, radio, television, public relations, etc.);

- Master the fundamental knowledge of the elements and principles in designing print media, websites, or building complete radio and television programs.

- Through internships and graduation theses, gain a thorough understanding of the organizational model and operational processes of a newspaper newsroom or media agency; be able to proficiently apply learned knowledge and skills to professional practice under the guidance of journalists and media experts; begin to adapt to the high-pressure work environment of a newspaper newsroom; flexibly apply basic communication skills with sources, colleagues, and the editorial board; begin to collaborate with teams/production crews for journalistic programs/works.

1.2. Autonomy and Responsibility

- Possesses leadership skills based on professional training; demonstrates initiative in carrying out assigned tasks; is capable of self-direction and adapting to different work environments; independently learns and accumulates knowledge and experience to improve professional skills; is able to draw conclusions on common professional issues and some technically complex problems; has the ability to plan, coordinate, and leverage collective intelligence; and is capable of evaluating and improving professional activities on a medium scale.

2.Vskills

2.1. Professional skills

2.1.1.Journalism skills

Possesses the skills to complete complex tasks requiring the application of theoretical and practical knowledge of their field of study in diverse contexts; possesses the skills to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate data and information, synthesize collective opinions, and utilize new scientific and technological achievements to solve practical or abstract problems in their field of study; has the capacity to provide professional leadership in handling issues at the local and regional levels.

• Communication device usage skills

- Possesses basic skills in using new technical and technological tools in mass media communication, demonstrating adaptability in a multimedia and digital professional environment;

- Possesses proficient skills in using video cameras, still cameras, audio recorders, etc., and basic information processing software.

• Information gathering and evaluation skills

- Capable of collecting, evaluating, and analyzing information through methods such as interviews, observation, and gathering original or secondary documents proficiently. Possesses basic competence in independent information gathering and investigation, organizing independent interviews to collect, analyze, organize, and synthesize information (written, visual, numerical) to serve a particular topic.

• Information processing and organization skills

- Possesses proficient skills in processing and organizing information in various journalistic formats, for writing, publishing, and broadcasting on mass media (print newspapers, radio, television, and online news).

• Media editing skills

- Possesses proficient editing skills for both one's own work and that of others, across various journalistic formats and genres.

• Skills in designing and producing journalistic publications and program production.broadcasting

- Possess basic skills in designing and presenting media publications, or in creating radio and television programs;

- Capable of working flexibly in various types of journalism, and in different journalistic genres;

- Initially, learn how to evaluate professional performance using qualitative and quantitative methods.

2.1.2. Reasoning and problem-solving skills

- Capable of identifying, recognizing, critically analyzing, and expressing opinions on current issues, and proposing and implementing solutions to problems related to their expertise;

- Initially, it's important to understand how to link various resources in an interdisciplinary approach to promote effective problem-solving.

2.1.3. Possibilitypowerresearch and knowledge discovery

- Proficiently search for, collect documents, and analyze text content.

- Initially, implement qualitative and quantitative research methods;

- The initial application of research in practice.

2.1.4. Systems thinking ability

- Systematizing fundamental theories related to the field, holistic/logical thinking, and multi-dimensional analytical thinking;

- Combining interdisciplinary knowledge to identify problems, the correlations between problems, and to find development trends in the research field;

- Identify priority problems and find solutions.

2.1.5. Skills in applying knowledge to practice

- Possesses the ability to flexibly and appropriately apply diverse knowledge and skills acquired during studies and professional internships, and the ability to master the knowledge and skills in using technical tools in journalism;

- Summarize the professional lessons learned from practical experience, comparing them with the knowledge acquired.

2.1.6. The ability to create, develop, and lead change in one's profession.

- Capable of conducting research and proposing recommendations to improve the quality of journalistic and media activities;

- Updating and predicting industry development trends and the ability to master technological devices in the digital age;

- Capable of preparing for further self-training, or participating in postgraduate advanced training courses, or related field training in journalism and media.

2.1.7. Social and external context

- Assess the social and external context related to the major, and determine the role of journalism graduates;

- Plan and find ways to adapt to changes and demands in the job, leveraging personal knowledge and skills for development;

- Taking advantage of advancements in professional development worldwide.

2.1.8. Organizational Context

- Awareness of the organizational context and adaptation to job requirements in different organizational models (newspaper editorial offices, media companies, communications departments of government agencies, non-governmental organizations, businesses, schools, etc.);

- Connecting through internal communication within the organization contributes to shaping organizational culture and achieving success within the organization.

2.2. Supplementary Skills

2.2.1. Self-reliance skills

- Adapt quickly to changes in living and working environments. Possesses integration skills and lifelong learning abilities;

- Organize work plans scientifically and logically. Skills in working under time pressure and deadlines;

- Analyze the qualities of colleagues in order to exchange ideas and learn from them.

2.2.2. Teamwork Skills

- Be proactive and enthusiastic when working with the team to produce media products;

- Understand the process and stages of creating media content in order to coordinate with departments responsible for different areas of work.

2.2.3. Communication Skills

- Able to organize ideas and communication content;

- Able to communicate in writing, via email/other media;

- Possess professional communication skills with individuals and organizations to support journalistic and media work.

2.2.4. Foreign language communication skills

- Possess specialized foreign language skills at a level sufficient to understand the main points of a report or speech on familiar work-related topics; able to use the foreign language to express and handle some common professional situations; able to write simple reports and present opinions related to professional work.computer skills and technology

2.2.5. Computer and Technology Skills

- Proficient in using common software (WORD, EXCEL, POWER POINT, SPSS…) and specialized software such as Photoshop, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere, Cool Edit,…

2.2.6. Management and Leadership Skills

- Able to organize and delegate tasks within a team/unit;

- Capable of participating in evaluating the performance of individuals and groups;

- The first step is learning how to connect with key partners.

3. Regarding moral qualities

3.1. Personal Ethics

- Ready to face difficulties;

- Persistent, diligent, enthusiastic, passionate about creativity;

- Show empathy and understanding towards colleagues;

- Integrity, self-confidence, flexibility, critical thinking, creativity.

3.2. Professional Ethics

- Fairness, honesty, and responsibility;

- Professional, proactive, and independent work style;

- Possesses the professional conduct expected of a journalist/media professional.

3.3. Social Ethics

- Abide by the law and the policies and guidelines of the Party and the State;

- Preserving and promoting the national cultural identity;

- Striving for justice, democracy, and civilization in society;

- To maintain and promote the image of journalists/media professionals;

4. Job positions that students can take on after graduation.:

Journalism graduates are capable of working as reporters and editors at newspapers, magazines, news agencies, radio stations, and television stations; as researchers and lecturers at training and research institutions specializing in journalism and mass media; as functional officers in leadership and management agencies for press information; or in positions requiring a systematic and fundamental understanding of journalistic theory and professional skills. They can work as specialists in media companies, as communications staff, or in public relations (PR) roles. Journalism graduates also have a wide range of adaptability, enabling them to work in various organizations related to journalism and mass media, such as cultural and ideological agencies, social advocacy media organizations, general information departments of political and social organizations, companies, corporations, and economic and commercial enterprises. cases, domestic and foreign non-governmental organizations...

5. Opportunities for further learning and professional development after graduation.

Graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism can pursue Master's degree programs in Journalism, Public Relations, and other related or suitable fields within the system of disciplines currently permitted for training by the Ministry of Education and Training. In some exceptionally outstanding cases, they may be eligible to continue their studies at the doctoral level if they meet the requirements of the training regulations.

PART III: TRAINING PROGRAM CONTENT

1. Summary of training program requirements

Total number of creditsof the training program	139credits
General knowledge block (cPhysical Education and National Defense Education are not included.rice– security, supplementary skills):	27 credits
ButKnowledge areas by field:	26 credits
+ Required	20 credits
+ Choose	6/10 credits
ButKnowledge areas by field of study:	18credits
+ Required	12 credits
+ Choose	6/15credits
Butknowledge blockaccording toindustry group:	14credits
+ Required	11credits
+ Choose	3/9credits
ButAreas of expertise:	54 credits
+ Required	30credits
+ Choose	12/36credits
+ Tinternshipthesisgraduate/Substitute courses for the graduation thesis:	12credits

1. Training program framework

Number TT	Course code	Course name (Written in both Vietnamese and English)	Number of credits	Number of credit hours			Prerequisite course code
				Ly theory	Practice	Self-study
I		General knowledge block (excluding courses from grades 9 to 11)	27
1	PHI1004	The fundamental principles of Marxism-Leninism 1 Fundamental Principles of Marxism – Leninism 1	2	24	6
2	PHI1005	The fundamental principles of Marxism-Leninism 2 Fundamental Principles of Marxism – Leninism 2	3	36	9		PHI1004
3	POL1001	Ho Chi Minh Thought Ho Chi Minh Ideology	2	20	10		PHI1005
4	HIS1002	The revolutionary line of the Communist Party of Vietnam The Revolutionary Line of the Communist Party of Vietnam	3	42	3		POL1001
5	INT1004	Basic Computer Science 2 Introduction to Informatics 2	3	17	28
6		Basic Foreign Language 1 Foreign Language 1	4	16	40	4
	FLF2101	Basic English 1 General English 1
	FLF2201	Basic Russian 1 General Russian 1
	FLF2301	Basic French 1 General French 1
	FLF2401	Basic Chinese 1 General Chinese 1
7		Basic Foreign Language 2 Foreign Language 2	5	20	50	5
	FLF2102	Basic English 2 General English 2					FLF2101
	FLF2202	Basic Russian 2 General Russian 2					FLF2201
	FLF2302	Basic French 2 General French 2					FLF2301
	FLF2402	Basic Chinese 2 General Chinese 2					FLF2401
8		Basic Foreign Language 3 Foreign Language 3	5	20	50	5
	FLF2103	Basic English 3 General English 3					FLF2102
	FLF2203	Basic Russian 3 General Russian 3					FLF2202
	FLF2303	Basic French 3 General French 3					FLF2302
	FLF2403	Basic Chinese 3 General Chinese 3					FLF2402
9		Physical education Physical Education	4
10		National defense and security education National Defence Education	8
11		Supplementary skills Soft Skills	3
II		Knowledge areas by field	26
II.1		Required courses	20
12	MNS1053	Scientific research methods Research methods	3	36	9
13	THL1057	General State and Law General State and Law	2	20	5	5	PHI1004
14	HIS1053	History of world civilization History of World Civilization	3	42	3
15	HIS1056	Vietnamese cultural foundations Fundamentals of Vietnamese Culture	3	42	3
16	SOC1051	General Sociology General Sociology	3	39	6
17	PSY1051	General Psychology General Psychology	3	45
18	PHI1054	General Logic General Logics	3	31	14
II.2		Elective courses	6/10
19	INE1014	General Economics General Economics	2	20	10
20	EVS1001	Environment and development Environment and Development	2	26	4
21	MAT1078	Statistics for Social Sciences Statistics for Social Sciences	2	20	10
22	LIN1050	Vietnamese writing practice Practicing on Vietnamese Texts	2	20	10
23	LIB1050	Introduction to Information Literacy Introduction to Information Literacy	2	20	10
III		Knowledge blocks by subject area	18
III.1		Required courses	12
24	JOU1051	General Journalism and Media Fundamentals of Mass Communication	3	39	6
25	POL1052	General Political Science General Politics	3	39	6
26	JOU2017	Journalistic language Media Language	3	39	6
27	JOU1052	General Public Relations Fundamentals of Public Relations	3	36	9
III.2		Elective courses	6/15
28	MNS1100	General Management Science General Management Sciences	3	36	9
29	PHI1100	General Aesthetics General Aesthetics	3	36	9
30	ITS1100	Introduction to International Relations Introduction to International Relations	3	30	15
31	PSY1101	Media psychology Psychology of Communication	3	30	15		PSY1051
32	SOC3006	Sociology of mass media and public opinion Sociology of Mass Communication and Public Opinion	3	39	6		SOC1051
son-in-law		Knowledge areas categorized by subject group	14
IV.1		Required courses	11
33	JOU1150	Journalism and media theory Communication Theory and Process	3	39	6		JOU1051
34	JOU2019	Law and ethics in journalism and media Media Law and Ethics	3	36	9
35	JOU1151	Basic methods in media research Research Methods in Communication	3	33	12
36	JOU3046	Organization and operation of press and media agencies Organization and Operation of Media Agencies	2	27	3
IV.2		Elective courses	3/9
37	PSY1153	Communication psychology Communication Psychology	3	36	9
38	ITS3121	global issues Global Issues	3	39	6
39	JOU3051	Thesis Annual report	3	3	3	39
V		Industry knowledge block	54
V.1		Required courses	30
40	JOU3041	History of Vietnamese and World Journalism The world and Vietnam's history of journalism	4	54	6
41	JOU3042	Writing skills for print media Writing for print newspapers	4	39	21
42	JOU3059	Writing skills for online newspapers Writing for online journalism	3	30	15
43	JOU3044	Broadcasting and Television Technology Broadcasting technologies	3	30	15
44	JOU3040	Writing skills for radio and television Writing for broadcasting	4	39	21
45	JOU3038	Website design and content management Website design and administration	3	30	15
46	JOU3058	Press photo Photojournalism	3	30	15
47	JOU3002	Editing journalistic texts Editing	2	20	10		JOU2017
48	JOU3045	Specialized journalism Specialism	4	30	30		JOU3042
V.2		Elective courses	12
V.2.1		Option 1: Print Newspapers – Online Newspapers	12
49	JOU3047	Organizing and building the magazine Magazines production	3	30	15
50	JOU3048	Newspaper business and distribution Essentials of the print industry	3	36	9
51	JOU3049	Multimedia Multi-media	3	30	15
52	JOU3050	Newspaper production Print newspaper room	3	15	30		JOU3042
V.2.2		Option 2: Radio and Television	12
53	JOU3053	Radio news program production Radio news programs	3	24	21		JOU3044
54	JOU3054	Producing thematic radio programs. Dedicated radio programs	3	24	21		JOU3044
55	JOU3055	Television news production TV news programs	3	24	21		JOU3044
56	JOU3056	Producing specialized television programs. Specialized TV programs	3	24	21		JOU3044
V.2.3		Option 3: Public Relations - Advertising	12
57	JOU3037	An overview of advertising computer to advertising	3	30	15
58	JOU3057	Writing skills for public relations Writing for public relations	3	30	15
59	JOU3030	Event organization Event Organization	3	30	15
60	JOU3027	Public relations programs Public Relations programs	3	30	15
V.3		Internship and graduation thesis/alternative courses to the graduation thesis	12
61	JOU4052	Practical training Fieldwork	2	3	9	18	JOU1051
62	JOU4050	Graduation internship Supervised Internship	5	3	12	60	JOU1051
63	JOU4051	Graduation thesis Thesis	5				JOU1051
		Alternative courses to replace the graduation thesis.
64	JOU4054	Types of media and journalism Video types	2	20	10		JOU1051
65	JOU4053	Theory and genres of journalism and media Communication Theories and Journalism Genres	3	30	15		JOU1051
		Total	139

 

 

Note:Foreign language courses, which belong to the general knowledge block, are counted towards the total credits of the training program, but the evaluation results for these courses are not included in the semester GPA, the overall course GPA, or the cumulative GPA.