COM4006

New Communications Media (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
City First semester 2003 (Day)
City Second semester 2003 (Day)
City First semester 2004 (Day)
City Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: New technologies in publishing and the enduring role of text in forms of electronic publishing. The pay-TV debate and developments in digital broadcasting analysed. Web page development is also studied in laboratory sessions.

Assessment: Research essay (4500 words): 50% + Two papers (2250 words each): 40% + Seminar presentation and participation: 10%

Contact Hours: 2-hour seminar per week