What principles should guide government policy towards the media? Given the pivotal role the media play in cultural production, should we favour tight regulation of media ownership and content, or are these better left to market forces? What meaning should we give to concepts such as freedom of expression, especially when it comes to issues such as hate speech and pornography? What role should the media play in a democracy, and how should we balance the rights and interests of the media against those of individuals, corporations and other institutions anxious to safeguard their privacy and reputation? This unit takes an international and comparative perspective on media law, asking how... -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr Roy Baker
Prerequisites: Admission to MA in Media Law and Culture or 12cp in CUL or MAS units at 300 level or 42cp in LAW units at 400 or 500 level
