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Shue Yan University Prospectus 2023-24

research for communication studies; distinguish between major research approaches and
different qualitative as well as quantitative methods of data analysis and their applications in
communications studies; judge the validity and reliability of research data; design a research
and write a well-organized report; and apply research skills in journalistic and PR work.

JOUR 320 News Translation
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide an introduction to the theories and techniques of news
translation. Students will be exposed to local and international news of the print and electronic
media and to a wide range of news subjects (government and politics, finance, crime and
punishment, health and disasters, etc.). To be competent in translation, students will be made
aware of the constant changing nature of language, and the specific expressions in news as
well as the cultural and political contexts in which news writing is produced. Upon completion
of the course, students will be able to describe the steps and skills involved in news translation;
define the criteria of good news translation; produce translated work relating to various news
genres and subjects from Chinese into English and vice-versa, demonstrating ability and
confidence in sorting out linguistic/grammatical problems in news translation, as well as those
arising from different political, social and cultural settings of the source-text.

JOUR 335 Visualization Analysis and Design
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to introduce the development and principles of data analytics and data
visualization. It offers students basic knowledge of how visual representations can help in the
analysis and understanding of complex data, and how to design effective visualizations.
Moreover, this course enables students to create visualizations by applying theoretical
knowledge and technical know-how acquired in the course. Upon completion of the course,
students will be able to describe the broad issues in data analytics and data visualization;
demonstrate basic production techniques to prepare particular requirements imposed by the
data; analyse contemporary data visualization design work from different perspectives.

JOUR 341 Digital News and Information Production
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is designed to enable students to develop competencies in editing, producing,
and presenting information and news in electronic-based media using appropriate
technologies, tools, and techniques. Upon completion of the course, students are able to:
produce digital news report stories on the basis of participation in the compulsory workshops
organized for this course; define the general principles of research, interview and filming of
public affairs features; evaluate and execute news scripts and digital news reports and
features, and critically evaluate news production experience and explain potential impact on
future digital news career.

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