Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

In this unit, the politics of the media is studied from three broad perspectives. First, the politics of the media is investigated from the perspective of liberal democratic theory in order to understand the role of newspapers, electronic news media, entertainment and, popular culture and so on in that which we might consider 'the political'. Second, the political economy of the media is investigated with particular emphasis on the structure of media ownership in Australia. Third, the unit undertakes a study of the relationship between the Australian media and Australian politics.

Assessment

Written work (includes exam, class quiz & essay) - 90%; Tutorial participation and presentation - 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Narelle Miragliotta

Contact hours

3 hours (2 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Politics
Communications

Prerequisites

A first-year sequence in Politics or permission.

Prohibitions

PLT2170