Introduction to the Program

Un programa exhaustivo y 100% online, exclusivo de TECH y con una perspectiva internacional respaldada por nuestra afiliación con la Society of Professional Journalists” 

Los estudios de periodismo son uno de los más demandados en todas las universidades, ya que esta profesión tiene una gran influencia en la población y ha cobrado un gran protagonismo desde sus inicios. El periodismo abarca diferentes ramas: social, cultural, económico, deportivo, internacional, sucesos, conflictos... Esto hace necesario la especialización de los profesionales de este sector para contar las historias de la manera más adecuada en cada caso. 

Además, la transmisión de la información se puede llevar a cabo a través de diferentes soportes. En concreto, este Experto pretende formar a los alumnos en el periodismo visual. Para ello, es necesario adquirir una serie de competencias que permitan llevar a la práctica todo lo aprendido. 

El plan de estudios se centra en la comunicación visual, el fotoperiodismo y el análisis y desarrollo de las infografías. En la actualidad es fundamental el uso de los medios digitales y las redes sociales en el ámbito del periodismo y, por eso, este Experto hace especial hincapié en el estudio de las particularidades de este sector. 

Este programa es el más completo y dirigido para que el profesional del ámbito del periodismo y la comunicación alcance un nivel de desempeño superior, basado en los fundamentos y las últimas tendencias en el uso de la imagen. Aprovecha la oportunidad y conviértete en un profesional con fundamentos sólidos a través de este programa académico y de la mano de la última tecnología educativa 100% online. 

Asimismo, gracias a que TECH es miembro de la Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), el alumno podrá acceder a contenidos especializados sobre ética informativa, libertad de prensa y buenas prácticas profesionales. Además, tendrá la oportunidad de participar en eventos y actividades organizadas con la SPJ, ampliando su red de contactos y fortaleciendo su desarrollo profesional en un entorno periodístico internacional y en constante evolución. 

Trabaja con los mejores profesionales de la enseñanza en esta Postgraduate diploma con valor curricular de excelencia”

Esta Postgraduate diploma en Visual Journalism contiene el programa educativo más completo y actualizado del mercado. Sus características más destacadas son:

  • El desarrollo de casos prácticos presentados por expertos en Periodismo Visual
  • Sus contenidos gráficos, esquemáticos y eminentemente prácticos con los que están concebidos, recogen una información científica y práctica sobre aquellas disciplinas indispensables para el ejercicio profesional
  • Las novedades sobre el Periodismo Visual
  • Los ejercicios prácticos donde realizar el proceso de autoevaluación para mejorar el aprendizaje
  • Su especial hincapié en metodologías innovadoras en el Periodismo Visual
  • El sistema interactivo de aprendizaje basado en algoritmos para la toma de decisiones sobre las situaciones planteadas en Periodismo Visual
  • Las lecciones teóricas, preguntas al experto, foros de discusión de temas controvertidos y trabajos de reflexión individual
  • La disponibilidad de acceso a los contenidos desde cualquier dispositivo fijo o portátil con conexión a internet

Este programa es perfecto para que aprender a elegir la imagen más adecuada a la historia que quieres contar y hacerlo además de un modo profesional” 

Incluye en su cuadro docente a profesionales pertenecientes al ámbito del mundo del Periodismo, que vierten en esta capacitación la experiencia de su trabajo, además de reconocidos especialistas de sociedades de referencia y universidades de prestigio.

Su contenido multimedia, elaborado con la última tecnología educativa, permitirá al profesional un aprendizaje situado y contextual, es decir, un entorno simulado que proporcionará un aprendizaje inmersivo programado para entrenarse ante situaciones reales.

El diseño de este programa se centra en el Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas, mediante el cual el alumno deberá tratar de resolver las distintas situaciones de práctica profesional que se le planteen. Para ello, el profesional contará con la ayuda de un novedoso sistema de vídeos interactivos realizados por reconocidos expertos en el campo del Visual Journalism y con gran experiencia.

No dejes escapar la oportunidad de aumentar tu competencia en Visual Journalism"

Conoce las últimas tendencias en el Visual Journalism y sé el mejor en este sector"

Syllabus

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals in journalism, aware of the relevance of the current relevance of education in order to delve into the area of knowledge, to perform professional quality work through the new tools available.

We have the most complete and up-to-date programme on the market. We strive for excellence and for you to achieve it too"

Module 1. Visual Communication

1.1. Visual Communication

1.1.1. Introduction
1.1.2. Visual Communication and Visual Literacy

1.1.2.1. Learning Visual Culture
1.1.2.2. Natural Language or Arbitrary Language

1.1.3. Qualities of Visual Communication

1.1.3.1. Qualities of Visual Communication
1.1.3.2. Basic Rules for Bibliographic Selection, Verification, Citation and Referencing
1.1.3.3. Degree of Complexity of the Message

1.1.4. Definition of Visual Communication

1.2. Graphic Design

1.2.1. Introduction
1.2.2. The Design
1.2.3. Graphic Design

1.2.3.1. Graphics
1.2.3.2. Design and Art

1.2.4. Graphic Design and Communication
1.2.5. Areas of Application of Graphic Design

1.3. Background and Evolution of Visual Communication

1.3.1. Introduction
1.3.2. The Problem of the Origin
1.3.3. Prehistory
1.3.4. The Ancient Age

1.3.4.1. Greece
1.3.4.2. Rome

1.3.5. The Middle Ages
1.3.6. The Renaissance: the Rise of the Printing Press in Europe
1.3.7. From the XVI to the XVIII Century
1.3.8. The XIX Century and the First Half of the XX Century

1.4. The Meaning of Visual Messages

1.4.1. Introduction
1.4.2. The Image, the Signifying Object
1.4.3. The Representational Quality of the Image: Iconicity
1.4.3.1. Type, Pattern and Form
1.4.4. The Plastic Quality of the Image
1.4.4.1. The Plastic Sign
1.4.5. The Symbolic Quality
1.4.6. Other Visual Codes

1.5. Persuasion

1.5.1. Introduction
1.5.2. Advertising Persuasion
1.5.3. Features

1.6. Elements Related to Image Representation

1.6.1. Introduction
1.6.2. Elements Related to Image Representation
1.6.3. The Articulation of Image Representation

1.6.3.1. The Concept of Representation
1.6.3.2. The Articulation of Representation
1.6.3.4. The Plastic Significance

1.6.4. Morphological Elements of the Image
1.6.5. Scalar Elements of the Image

1.6.5.1. Size
1.6.5.2. Scale
1.6.5.3. The Proportion
1.6.5.4. Format

1.7. The Composition

1.7.1. Introduction
1.7.2. Composition or Visual Syntax
1.7.3. The Balance
1.7.4. Dynamic Elements of Representation
1.7.5. Normative Composition

1.8. Color and Light

1.8.1. Introduction
1.8.2. Light, Color and Perception

1.8.2.1. Light and the Visible Color Spectrum
1.8.2.2. The Perception of Light and Colors
1.8.2.3. The Adaptive Capacity of the Perceptual System
1.8.2.4. The Color Temperature of a Light Source

1.8.3. Primary Colors
1.8.4. Basic Color Reproduction Techniques
1.8.5. Color Dimensions
1.8.6. Harmony Types and Pallet Construction
1.8.7. Plastic Functions of Color

1.9. Typography

1.9.1. Introduction
1.9.2. Formal Structure and Type Measurement
1.9.3. Classification of Typefaces
1.9.4. The Composition of the Text
1.9.5. Issues Affecting Readability

1.10. Editorial Design and Infographics

1.10.1. Introduction
1.10.2. Editorial Design
1.10.3. Infographics

1.11. Journalistic Design From the Point of View of Image Theory

1.11.1. Introduction
1.11.2. Functions of Journalistic Design
1.11.3. Final Note on The Term Journalistic Design
1.11.4. Arbitrariness or Naturalness of the Journalistic Design
1.11.5. Articulation of the Visual Language of Journalistic Design

Module 2. Photo Journalism

2.1. A History of Photography in the Press

2.1.1. Introduction
2.1.2. Origin of the Image in the Press
2.1.3. Appearance and Development of Iconographic Support
2.1.4. Photography in Sensationalism Journalism
2.1.5. The Photography in the Press

2.1.5.1. First Photographs in the Press
2.1.5.2. Photography in the Press at the End of the 19th Century
2.1.5.3. Photography in the Press at the End of the 20th Century
2.1.5.4. Press Photography in the War
2.1.5.5. Photo Journalism in the 21st Century

2.2. International Press Agencies

2.2.1. Introduction
2.2.2. The Birth of Press Agencies

2.2.2.1. Current Situation

2.2.3. Important Press Agencies

2.2.3.1. AP
2.2.3.2. Reuters
2.2.3.3. EFE

2.3. From Analogue to Digital Photography

2.3.1. Introduction
2.3.2. Analog Photography

2.3.2.1. History

2.3.3. Digital Photography

2.3.3.1. History

2.4. Photo Journalism

2.4.1. Introduction
2.4.2. Origins of Photo Journalism
2.4.3. Today’s Photo Journalism
2.4.4. The War and the Photo Journalism

2.5. Photography in the World

2.5.1. Introduction
2.5.2. Photography per Countries
2.5.3. The Evolution of the Photography

2.6. Graphic Edition

2.6.1. Introduction
2.6.2. Graphic Editor
2.6.3. The Image Selection Process

2.7. The Laws of Photo Journalism

2.7.1. Introduction
2.7.2. Principles of Informative Photo
2.7.3. The Laws of Photo Journalism

2.8. The Iconic Specialization in Journalism

2.8.1. Introduction
2.8.2. Speculative Journalism
2.8.3. Interpretive Journalism
2.8.4. The Media Image
2.8.5. The Iconic Factor of Communication
2.8.6. Iconic Information Analysis

2.9. Social Networks in Sport

2.9.1. Introduction
2.9.2. The Use of Social Networks in Sport
2.9.4. Consequences for Journalists and Media Professionals
2.9.5. Consequences for Athletes and Amateurs

2.9.6.1. Personal Brands
2.9.6.1. Crisis Management

2.10. The Constitutional Limits of Graphic Information

2.10.1. Introduction
2.10.2. The Graphic Reporter
2.10.3. The Right to Image

2.10.3.1. Jurisprudence on the Right to an Image
2.10.3.2. Consent to Obtain Reproduction and Publication of the Right to the Image

2.10.4. Graphic Image and Intellectual Property

Module 3. Infographics

3.1. Infographics

3.1.1. Introduction
3.1.2. Currently
3.1.3. Concept of Infographics

3.1.3.1. Definitions

3.1.4. From Information Design to Infographics
3.1.5. Analytical Visualization and the Information Society

3.2. The Information Visualization in the History I: Image, Communication and Information.

3.2.1. Introduction
3.2.2. Concepts

3.2.2.1. Image
3.2.2.2. Communication
3.2.2.3. Information

3.2.3. Cartography and Statistics
3.2.4. Scientific Illustration

3.3. Information Visualization in History II: Graphic Journalism

3.3.1. Introduction
3.3.2. Infographics in Press

3.3.2.1. History

3.3.3. Precision Journalism and Analytical Visualization

3.4. Functions of the Infographics

3.4.1. Introduction
3.4.2. Functions of the Infographics
3.4.3. Role of Infographics in Journalism
3.4.4. What does the Designer Intend to be Done with the Graph?

3.5. Types, Applications and Uses of Infographics

3.5.1. Introduction
3.5.2. Methodology
3.5.3. Journalistic Infographics

3.5.3.1. Types of Infographics
3.5.3.2. Boom of Infographics in Press
3.5.3.3. The Staticity
3.5.3.4. Audiovisual Infographics
3.5.3.5. Interactive Graph

3.6. The Image in Journalism

3.6.1. Introduction
3.6.2. The Image
3.6.3. Management Levels
3.6.4. The Image in Journalism

3.6.4.1. History

3.6.5. Journalistic Deontological Code

3.7. Interactive Visualization I: Essential Principles

3.7.1. Introduction
3.7.2. Essential Principles of Interaction Design
3.7.3. The Great Transition: Infographics as a Tool

3.8. Interactive Visualizaiton II: Interaction Types

3.8.1. Introduction
3.8.2. Types of Interactions
3.8.3. Navigation and Scenes
3.8.4. Multi-Mediality

3.9. Infographics Agencies and Departments

3.9.1. Introduction
3.9.2. The Structure of Graph Sections
3.9.3. The Work Process

3.10. Conclusions and Trends in the Near Future

3.10.1. Introduction
3.10.2. Infographics Trends
3.10.3. Conclusions

Module 4. Digital Journalism and Social Networks

4.1. New Professional Profiles

4.1.1. Introduction
4.1.2. From the Traditional Company to the Digital Company
4.1.3. The New 2.0. Professionals
4.1.4. The Era of Bloggers

4.2. Organization of Digital Information

4.2.1. Introduction
4.2.2. Usability in the Digital Environment
4.2.3. Tags and Metadata
4.2.4. Search Engine Optimization (SEO and SEM)

4.3. Web Content Architecture

4.3.1. Introduction
4.3.2. Cover Structure
4.3.3. Menu
4.3.4. Headline
4.3.5. Body

4.4. Journalistic Blogging and Wikis

4.4.1. Introduction
4.4.2. The Journalistic Blog
4.4.3. Structure of the Post
4.4.4. Labels
4.4.5. Comments
4.4.6. Wikis

4.5. Microblogging and Journalism

4.5.1. Introduction
4.5.2. Twitter
4.5.3. Twitter Fonts

4.6. Social Platforms and Journalism

4.6.1. Introduction
4.6.2. Social Networks and Journalism
4.6.3. Social Content Integration
4.6.4. Writing Techniques in Social Networks

4.7. Writing on the Screen

4.7.1. Introduction
4.7.2. The ABCs of Screen Reading
4.7.3. Adaptation of Text to Web Format
4.7.4. The Headline in Digital Content

4.8. Hypertext and Multimedia Writing

4.8.1. Introduction
4.8.2. Hypertextuality in Digital Writing
4.8.3. Multimedia Formats

4.9. Cyber Journalistic Genres

4.9.1. Introduction
4.9.2. Definition
4.9.3. Informative
4.9.4. Interpretive Genres
4.9.5. Opinion

4.10. Legal Aspects on the Internet

4.10.1. Introduction
4.10.2. Legal Liability on the Internet
4.10.3. Online Reputation Management
4.10.4. Sharing Content on the Internet

A unique, key, and decisive educational experience to boost your professional development”

Postgraduate Diploma in Visual Journalism

In today's society, much of the information we consume is derived in images or different audiovisual formats, therefore, journalists who perform this work update their knowledge to perform their functions with the most innovative tools on the market. As a result of this premise, at TECH Global University we have developed a Postgraduate Diploma in Visual Journalism. A postgraduate with the highest academic quality that will allow you to be an expert in the techniques and mastery of the use of the image, as well as the management of the latest trends in digital media. With this program you will be a specialist in visual communication, the analysis of infographics and photojournalism. You will enhance your skills to transmit your news reports or reports through eye-catching formats. We have the latest educational technology and the most complete syllabus that will help you highlight your professional profile and increase your chances of employability by 99%.

Specialize in photojournalism completely online

The way to transfer information visually is equally important to the rest of the components that make a news story; with this course you will be able to reinforce your knowledge and transmit the news through graphic elements that will give added value to the reader's experience. In addition, you will be able to use new techniques and tools by learning about digital journalism, social media management, analytical visualization, graphic image and intellectual property. At TECH we provide you with a highly specialized education, oriented to meet your academic expectations at the highest level. You will have specialized methodologies in online learning, designed in conjunction with a team of prestigious professionals dedicated to this sector.

Certify in the largest Faculty of Journalism and Communication

At TECH Global University you will study your postgraduate program with the best elements by developing practical cases designed by experts. In addition, you will have graphic and schematic content that will help complement your study plan with theoretical lessons, participation in forums, reflective work and self-assessments that will serve to measure your learning curve. Take this Postgraduate Diploma for 450 hours and you will be able to add new competencies and skills to your professional profile. Also, you will receive your lessons at the most suitable times and schedules for you, you only need to have a device connected to the Internet.