Media Studies unit (XPD013)

Hobart

Introduction

In this unit you will develop knowledge and understanding of key theories and concepts relating to the study of mass communication in a historical, local and global perspective. You will critically analyse news media and social media and their roles in business and societal processes while examining media ethics and regulatory practice in the context of news culture, social media and the internet.

Summary

Unit name	Media Studies
Unit code	XPD013
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Academic Division Learning Teaching Performance
Discipline	University Pathways
Coordinator	Alexander McDonald
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	Third Party(ies): UP Education
Level	Foundation or Enabling

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	IPC Semester 1
Hobart	IPC Semester 3

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
IPC Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	11/4/2026	28/5/2026
IPC Semester 3	11/10/2026	2/11/2026	3/12/2026	21/1/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Discuss how media influences and is influenced by society
• Analyse the different points of view, bias, values, or intent present in media texts
• Describe and apply media codes, concepts and conventions
• Communicate information to others in a variety of genres and formats

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
091501	$592.00	$592.00	not applicable	$2,101.00

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	5 hours/week on-campus classes and 2 hours/week moderated online independent learning activities, over 13 teaching weeks.
Assessment	Academic Essay (20%)|Group Project: TV Pitch (20%)|Portfolio (20%)|Examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Materials are provided in MyLO

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