Unit details
ASC346 - Sociology of the Media and Popular Culture
| Offered at: | (B, G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | K Lane |
| Incompatible with: | ASC246 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Employing a variety of theoretical perspectives, the unit analyses the social, cultural, economic and political features of mass media. These paradigms are approached from a specifically sociological perspective covering various aspects of the media industries, texts, audiences and newer technologies. Topics include:
- Is the media just 'big business'?
- Can the media influence people's attitudes and behaviour?
- Do advertisements work?
- Is the news factual?
- Why are soap operas so popular?
- Has the media enhanced citizenship and democracy?
- Will the Internet be a liberating technology?
Assessment
On-campus: One essay 2000 words 40%, tutorial performance 20%, examination 40%.
Off-campus: One essay 3000 words 60%, examination 40%.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2192 | $2359 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
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