Courses & Units
Media Studies XPD013
Introduction
Media Studies aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of key theories and concepts relating to the study of mass communication in a historical, local and global perspective. Students critically analyse news media and social media and their roles in business and societal processes whilst 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 DVC - Education |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Korrina Davis |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | IPC Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 3 | On-Campus | International | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPC Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 14/3/2023 | 14/4/2023 | 26/5/2023 |
| IPC Semester 3 | 23/10/2023 | 13/11/2023 | 8/12/2023 | 2/2/2024 |
| IPC Semester 2 | 26/6/2023 | 17/7/2023 | 11/8/2023 | 22/9/2023 |
* 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 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the key theories and concepts relating to the study of mass communication in a historical, local and global perspective
- Critically analyse genre and narrative and its role in business and societal processes
- Examine media ethics and regulatory practice in the context of censorship and advice and guidance
- Understand basic film techniques and how they can be used to create media products
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 | $515.00 | $515.00 | not applicable | $1,815.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Academic Essay (15%)|Group Project: TV Pitch (15%)|Portfolio (20%)|Examination (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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