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Politics of the Mass Media

  • POLS2231
  • Semester 1 (see Timetable)
  • 6 points
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This unit explores the role of the mass media in the operation of government and the conduct of politics. The media are correctly perceived to have great power in shaping public policy and moulding public attitudes on a wide range of issues. But while the media's power is undeniable, one should not disregard the influence over the media of other actors, notably the government. The unit examines the interaction between the media and the government in affecting public opinion and policies. The unit covers key issues such as the nature of, and forces producing, news; media cultures and organisational settings which shape the way journalists report politics; and the relationship of media to... -- Course Website

Instructor: Associate Professor Jeannette Taylor

Prerequisites: any Level 1 Political Science and International Relations unit



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