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Media, Culture and Meaning

HSW110.8 Media, Culture & Meaning

This subject introduces students to the field of media studies within a cultural studies context. It traces key ideas from the fields of media ecology, sociology, philosophy, theology and psychology in order to provide a critical understanding of the role of language and media in shaping human thought and culture. The subject also looks at key issues in media and culture, such as news reporting, surveillance, and media narratives, encouraging the application of this theoretical understanding to students’ own creative practice.

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