MEDIA PRACTICUM: JOURNALISM

Work Produced by Students of M350 class at the School of Management and Communication, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore

M350 Media Practicum (Journalism) module is undertaken by third-year Diploma in Mass Communication (Journalism track) students at Republic Polytechnic, Singapore.

This module seeks to produce professionally competent reporters with the skills to deliver compelling news and the desired professional behaviours and conduct the industry thrives on.

It is designed as a specialisation module to better prepare students for the media industry. It aims to give them an opportunity to work in a realistic newsroom environment and on assigned deliverables relevant to journalism.

The Silent Torture in Singapore

Many of us believe that Singapore is an understanding and forgiving society. However, we often overlook the faces who serve us on a daily...

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Nov 16, 20205 min read

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Minority within A Minority; LGBTQ Muslims

By: Keisha John and Nazirah Sapiah Will the Religious LGBTQ Muslims ever be fully accepted in Singapore? People from all walks of life...

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Nov 16, 202012 min read

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The Overlooked: Sewage Cleaners

By Nellie & Sudhan Singapore has many sewage cleaners, however, are Singaporeans aware of the difficulties that they face, due to our...

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Nov 16, 20207 min read

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Pulling back the curtains on the local drag scene

Take a step behind all the glitz and the glamour to get an insight as to how the drag scene and culture is like in Singapore. By:...

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Nov 16, 20207 min read

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Culture of Sexton’s: One foot in the grave

Increasing death rates with decreasing sextons By Aw Yong Ming Min and Edmund Yaw SLIPPERY GRASS AND HIDDEN HOLES: With flexible working...

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Nov 16, 20207 min read

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Albinism: Beyond How We Look

By: Ryann Lam and Nur Hanisah A look into what it is like living with Albinism in Singapore. As she walks down the street, she can hear...

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Nov 16, 20206 min read

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Shedding “Red-Light” On The Lives Of Sex Workers

People working in the sex industry are often ignored, misunderstood and mistreated. To hear their side of the story is the first step in...

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Nov 16, 20207 min read

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Women leading the new wave of embalmers

As society progresses, more women are looking to pursue a career as an embalmer in the male-dominated death care industry. By: Sarah...

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Nov 16, 20209 min read

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Dear S’pore, we can do better: Cosplayers discuss our arts scene

With the rise of cosplayers, can cosplay possibly be considered as a performing art in Singapore? By Nur Maisarah and Nur Qashrina What...

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Nov 13, 20206 min read

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The Costume of Harassment

Cosplayers in Singapore reveal the unspoken dangers of their hobby, which is dressing up as specific characters from anime, video games,...

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Nov 12, 20206 min read

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Are you prepared for death?

By: Ramya Bhai and Humaira Anuwar Whether it is 3 am or 3 pm, Mr. Damien Tee is always on standby for work 365 days. Being in an industry...

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Nov 12, 20208 min read

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No Spot for E-Sports

by: Aqmal Amdan & Wan Indra Syareezan “I realised I kept beating everyone, so why not give it a go?”, said Muhammad Yazid, 21, a...

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Nov 12, 20206 min read

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Supporting Sustainability or Profiting off the Poor?

By: Nurul Ain Nuwairah & Qeisha Isabella As thrifting and vintage fashion trends grow, so does the local vintage and thrift resale shops...

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Nov 12, 202010 min read

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Giving care for those who need it most

Always wondered what caregivers of the disabled do? In our feature article, we talk about why they should be appreciated more.

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Nov 12, 20208 min read

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Down the Rabbit Hole: How to Save and Splurge on International Goods

The Ultimate Guide to Group Orders. In addition to their academic responsibilities as full-time students, Jia Ying and Mel run a...

Yvette Ortega, Jewel Chng

Nov 12, 20208 min read

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The Ugly Side of His Pretty Face

Though these men appear to look stunning on the surface, they’ve had to withstand unpleasant comments and the stigma of men wearing...

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Nov 12, 20207 min read

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Caregivers: The Invisible Community

Daniel Lim has been caring for his 82-year-old father who suffers from dementia for the past 11 years. Photo: Joshua Lim “Caregiving...

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Nov 12, 20207 min read

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Supporting The Stork: What’s it like for Teen Moms In SG

For Hanis Suraya, she was supported throughout her teenage pregnancy. This allowed her to cope with it better. But what about the others?

Nabil Malik, Darroy Xie

Nov 12, 20206 min read

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A glimpse in the life of an OCD sufferer

Story by: Tan Yong En, Chia Hui Ying Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a term that is often used loosely in Singapore, with many...

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Nov 11, 20208 min read

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The Fashion Head-turners of Singapore

By: Murnie Rasyiqah, Nur Rusydina & Sarah Hanissa Among a sea of colours in the MRT, one particular shade stands out: black. Decked in...

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Nov 11, 20206 min read

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