Unit details
AIP204 - Politics and the Media
| Offered at: | (B, G, W, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | A Nethery |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit examines the role of the media in the contemporary Australian domestic politics. It explores the place of the media in a liberal democracy like Australia focusing on key issues like the role of the state as regulator, the power of the press in setting the political agenda, public opinion polling, politics and the ownership of media organisations, the public relations state and political spin, issues management and pressure groups, talk back radio, and finally the democratic potential for new media and civic journalism.
Assessment
- Short assignment 20%
- Essay 50%
- Exam 30%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2087 | $2268 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
