About this class

Broadcasting is a foundational course that introduces you to the world of radio and television: how they began, how they are structured and regulated, how programmes are planned and produced, and how they shape society. Rather than focusing only on news writing, it gives a wide view of the whole industry, covering the people, technology, content, audiences, and laws that make broadcasting work.

What you'll learn

• By the end of the course, students should be able to:
• 1. Trace the history of broadcasting: Describe key developments in radio and television globally and in Nigeria.
• 2. Explain broadcast structures: Distinguish between public, commercial, and community broadcasting and describe how stations operate.
• 3. Understand broadcast technology: Explain how programmes are produced, transmitted, and received, and identify basic studio equipment.
• 4. Identify programme types: Recognise different genres and formats and explain what makes each effective.
• 5. Plan programmes and schedules: Develop a basic programme concept and fit it into a schedule for a target audience.
• 6. Describe production roles and processes: Explain who does what in a production team and the stages of production.
• 7. Write and present basic broadcast scripts: Produce simple scripts and deliver them clearly on air.
• 8. Analyse audiences: Explain how audience research and ratings influence programming and advertising decisions.
• 9. Understand broadcast economics: Describe how stations generate revenue and sustain operations.