MA Journalism and Media Communications

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    Investigative Reporting and its Challenges for Nigerian Journalists. A Content Analysis.
    (Griffith College, 2023) Ugochi Onumajuru, Beatrice
    The concept of investigative reporting is to unveil societal misconduct so as to promote transparency and accountability of government. This research examined Investigative reporting and its challenges for Nigerian journalists, its decline in practice, and perception of young reporters towards the career, thereby suggesting measures for improvement of better practice. The research reviewed related literature and anchored on the social responsibility theory of the press. The research adopted a qualitative content analysis approach in the methodology whereby in-depth interviews of eight participants were conducted through purposive sampling. A thematic analysis of the data collected was done by assigning codes to common themes. Findings revealed that legal constraints/poor access to information, attacks, funding/poor remuneration, censorship, and regulations are the major challenges. Participants also identified ownership/political influence, lack of technological skills and training, female gender discrimination and corruption as other forms of challenge. Attacks, funding, poor remuneration, gender discrimination are found to be the cause of decline in practice. Results also showed that younger journalists that aspire a career in the field are dispirited to practice because of their safety which is at risk. However, adequate funding and remuneration is said to overcome some of the challenges. Collaboration of media is suggested. The research also recommends a comparative legal implementation of media rights study for further research.
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    The aftereffects of the Covid-19 pandemic on news consumption habits and media trust on 3rd level students in Ireland
    (Griffith College, 2023) Butenhoff, Laura-Marie
    The public health crisis known as the Covid-19 pandemic was an unprecedented interruption of the world’s natural flow and people’s daily patterns. As a subject of frequent and sustained news coverage, the pandemic’s impact favoured the formation of alternative news & current affairs consumption habits among consumers. With the increasing and deliberate proliferation of erroneous information on social media platforms, the necessity to comprehend how and why people consume news as well as factors that influence those habits has grown significantly. Influential factors interrogated by this study incorporate media literacy and media trust. The aftereffects of the pandemic have provided a suitable environment and an opportune occasion to investigate this objective. By employing an online survey that comprised both open-ended and closed questions, this objective was examined with data collected from 41 current and recent Irish students currently studying or with a media-related degree. Through cross-tabulation and keyword extraction, this research identified that news consumption patterns as well as media trust in Irish news changed among the 41 questioned individuals. Additionally, it was found that there was active participation from the target audience in maintaining those patterns even after the pandemic. Lastly, the study was able to determine that media literacy has been a pivotal and influential factor in those changes.
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    The impact of the war on the Ukrainian football fans. A radio documentary about Ukrainian football, its psychological and economic problems during wartime.
    (Griffith College, 2024) Savenko, Stanislav
    Erupting in February 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has had far-reaching impacts on Ukrainian society, including its passionate football culture. This dissertation aims to complement the radio documentary "The impact of the war on the Ukrainian football fans" and examine the war's effects on Ukrainian football fans, as well as how the documentary was recorded and produced. The reader shall find here an exploration of the ongoing struggle between war and football culture in Ukraine, which places Ukrainian fans at the epicentre of an unprecedented societal upheaval. The researcher provides insight into the complex dynamics shaping football fandom under conflict conditions, drawing from sports sociology, cultural studies, and conflict analysis to illuminate how passionate supporters navigate their devotion amidst the realities of war. A review of the literature, interviews conducted remotely, and an examination of social media posts from Ukrainian football teams and the Ukrainian Premier League Association are all used in this study. It explores the intricate connection between resilience in the face of external threats, national identity, and sport. The modification of football fandom customs during times of conflict Football's contribution to the formation and preservation of national identity in times of conflict Interaction and support within the Ukrainian football fan community The value of football as a coping strategy and an escape With a focus on the tenacity of Ukrainian football supporters and the unifying force of sport in trying times, this dissertation seeks to advance knowledge of the social function of sports during times of war. Key areas of focus include: The adaptation of football fandom practices under war conditions. The role of football in creating and maintaining national identity during conflict. Community support and communication among Ukrainian football fans. The importance of football as a coping mechanism and form of escapism. This dissertation aims to contribute to the broader understanding of sports' societal role during wartime, highlighting the resilience of Ukrainian football fans and the unifying power of sport in challenging circumstances. The findings have implications for post-war reconstruction efforts and the maintenance of cultural institutions during conflicts. By examining this unique intersection of sport, war, and identity, the research provides valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and sports organisations dealing with the complex realities of maintaining sporting cultures in conflict zones.