Sign In With Google
Course Description
-
Course Name
Politics and the Media
-
Host University
University of Roehampton
-
Location
London, England
-
Area of Study
Journalism, Media Studies, Political Science
-
Language Level
Taught In English
-
Course Level Recommendations
Upper
ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.
-
UK Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
-
Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
-
Overview
Assessment: essay (3000 words) [70%], critical analysis (1000 words) [30%] - analysis of press or broadcast or internet coverage of one area of political news or current affairs from a list of themes provided [both pieces to be attempted; overall pass required]
This module introduces students to key concepts and theories involved in studying the relationship between politics and the media. It considers the changing nature of political communication and of political journalism and news media. In addition, it examines the relationship between governments and the media, analysing the development of media management, spin, political advertising etc and exploring the role of journalism and news media in reporting and influencing key political events, e.g. elections, political protests, wars, domestic and foreign policy. In exploring these issues consideration is also given to the ?tabloidisation? of politics and the development of politics as media spectacle.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.