COM5005

Communications and public policy

(ART)

8 or 12 points + 2-hour seminar per week + First semester + City

Synopsis: An examination of theoretical and key policy developments over the last decade, including media ownership regulations, local content, the developing information infrastructure and regulation of journalism and communications industries. Topics include current and alternative communications policy frameworks, public communications institutions, issues of public interest in communications policy, and economic issues in communications policy including pricing and competition policy.

Assessment: 8 points - Research essay (3500 words): 50% + Two papers (1250 words each): 40% + Seminar presentation and participation: 10%. 12 points - Research essay (4500 words): 50% + Two papers (2250 words each): 40% + Seminar presentation and participation: 10%