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.\
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