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Role of Media in the Democratic Process (Médias et démocratie)

Target Group

Senior reporters and editors of print or electronic media with an interest in political reporting and debate. A balanced participation of men and women is prioritised the reason why female journalists are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

Entry Profile

Participants should meet the following requirements:

§ A good working knowledge of English (i.e. understand, speak, and write English at a professional level)

§ Documented practical journalistic working experience

§ Basic knowledge of computer technology at user level (Word, Outlook, Windows)

 

Topics

§ The relationship between the media and the public and private organisations and institutions in a democratic society:
- Where can media and authorities work hand in hand – and where are they opponents?
- Where are the legal, moral and ethical limits?
- When is criticism constructive and necessary, and when is it destructive?

§ Journalistic skills and ethics:
- Investigative journalism and interview techniques
- Scriptwriting
- Editing techniques

§ Introduction to digital opportunities:
- Bloggers and websites,
- Web radio and TV,
- Desk top publishing and digital photo processing

§ Media and conflict
- Understanding the role of media in conflict situations
- The role of media in conflict prevention and peacebuilding
- Conflict sensitive reporting

 

Course Goals

Participants will have increased their knowledge and understanding of the opportunities and responsibilities of the media in a democratic society.

 

Duration

4 weeks

 

Course Structure

The course comprises 4 modules and is a mixture of field trips to media organisations and democratic institutions and theoretical and practical class room training.

 

Course dates

Postponed to November 15 - December 10, 2010 (in English) (former dates: May 17 - June 11, 2010)

Du 9 octobre au 5 novembre 2010 (en francais)

 

Funding

The Course is co-funded by Danida Fellowship Programme. After selection of course participants, the Danida programmes/projects are charged a non-refundable amount of DKK 2,500 per participant per tutorial week.

Total funding needs are DKK 10,000 per participant. This includes study fees, accommodation, allowances, insurances and international transport.

 

Place of Study

Danicom (Media & Communications for Development - www.danicom.net), Copenhagen

For a more detailed description of the course, see here.

 

The full course schedule can be seen here: 2009 and 2010

Get more information on who can apply, how to apply and find application form.