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MECO1004: Introduction to Media Production
2025 unit information
This unit provides an introduction to the theory and practice of media production. It combines a holistic investigation of contemporary media practices with an exploratory first-hand account of media production techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create their own media production using a variety of technologies. They will create a major media piece by the end of the semester, and learn how to promote and publish their work.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Media and Communications |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Identify the foundational principles of media design and participation
- LO2. Demonstrate basic skills in conceptual media production (audio, video, design, writing, social media and publishing) across multiple platforms
- LO3. Demonstrate the basic skills for social media production and promotion
- LO4. Demonstrate the capacity to identify and apply ethical standards in producing media texts, forms and environments
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Important enrolment information
Additional advice
Available to BA/B Advanced Studies (Media and Communications) and BA/BLaws (Media Studies major) students only
