POLITICS 212

Media and Conflict


Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for POLITICS 212.

Description

Explores the role of media in cases of modern conflict, genocide and peace processes. Through case studies, the course examines media structure, content, framing and psychological responses during times of conflict and peacemaking, and considers how media—including online media— informs audiences and either provokes or quells conflict.\

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Availability 2017

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Maria Armoudian

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

POLITICS 212: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage I in Political Studies or Politics and International Relations, or COMMS 100 or FTVMS 100 and 101, or 30 points at Stage I in Communication