Professional Approaches to Journalism

JOURN X 440.1

Explore issues facing professional journalists, past and present, and the practices that have come to define the field.

What you can learn.

Acquire a basic understanding of the inner workings of journalism
Gain an introduction to news judgment, analysis, and ethics
Study best practices of journalism writing, research, and reporting
Set personal goals for a career in media
Prepare for a more hands-on approach to practicing journalism in Reporting and Writing II

About this course:

Course addresses topics such as news judgment, analysis and ethics, challenges investigating and reporting the news, artificial intelligence, and evolving approaches to writing, media creation, and news distribution. Students leave the course with a basic understanding of the inner workings of journalism and consider professional goals for a career in contemporary media.

Fall 2025 Schedule

September 24 - December 3

Wednesday 6:30PM - 9:30PM PT

Future Offering (Opens July 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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405281

Fee:

$695.00

In Person

Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood

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Notes

Required course in the Journalism Certificate.

Enrollment limited; early enrollment highly advised/recommended.

No enrollments after September 28th, 2025.

Internet access required. Materials required.

No Refunds after October 5th, 2025

Refund Deadline

Refunds only available from May 25, 2025 to September 28, 2025

Course Requirements

Book: The Associated Press Stylebook 2020: and Briefing on Media Law by Associated Press

Associated Press

ISBN 9781541699892

Book: Telling the Story by The Missouri Group

Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's, 2013

ISBN 978-1-4576-0911-4

Course Syllabus

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Lecture

Wed Sep 24, 2025

6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT