Course Syllabus
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Course Syllabus |
| Understanding Media and Communication Theory, 7.5 Credits | |||
| Course Code: | MK024G | Subject Area: | Field of Humanities |
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| Main Field of Study: | Media and Communication Studies | Credits: | 7.5 |
| Subject Group (SCB): | Media and Communication Studies | ||
| Education Cycle: | First Cycle | Progression: | G1F |
| Established: | 2016-09-27 | Last Approved: | 2018-03-27 |
| Valid from: | Autumn semester 2018 | Approved by: | Head of School |
General aims for first cycle education
First-cycle courses and study programmes shall develop:
- the ability of students to make independent and critical assessments
- the ability of students to identify, formulate and solve problems autonomously, and
- the preparedness of students to deal with changes in working life.
In addition to knowledge and skills in their field of study, students shall develop the ability to:
- gather and interpret information at a scholarly level
- stay abreast of the development of knowledge, and
- communicate their knowledge to others, including those who lack specialist knowledge in the field.
(Higher Education Act, Chapter 1, Section 8)
Knowledge and understanding
After completed studies, the student shall show
- Knowledge of the main features of theories of media, community, communication, public relations and organizational communication.
Skills and Abilities
After completed studies, the student shall be able to
- Relate analyses of empirical material to theories of media, community, communication, public relations and organizational communication.
Evaluation ability and approach
After completed studies, the student shall be able to
- Critically discuss and evaluate theories of media, community, communication, public relations and organizational communication.
Today's media landscape permeates many aspects of organizational and everyday life. In this module students acquire knowledge of central theories and research within the field of media and communication. It centres on theories of media as institutions, the relationship between media and cultural identity, the global media landscape, media audiences/users, theories of gender and the public sphere. With increased knowledge of how communication and media function, students will be better equipped to analyse communication efforts and communicate professionally.
Teaching may be conducted in the form of lectures, seminars, work-shops, group work, field studies, excercises, and/or web-based discussions.
Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.
For further information, see the university's local examination regulations (in Swedish).
According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may prescribe which grading system shall apply. The grade is to be determined by a teacher specifically appointed by the university (an examiner).
According to regulations on grading systems for first- and second-cycle education (vice-chancellor's decision 2010-10-19, reg. no. CF 12-540/2010), one of the following grades is to be used: fail, pass, or pass with distinction. The vice-chancellor or a person appointed by the vice-chancellor may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special reasons.
Grades used on course are Fail (U), Pass (G) or Pass with Distinction (VG).
In order to obtain the final course grade Pass with Distinction (VG), the grade VG is required for 4,5 credits.
The grades will be translated to the ECTS grading scale.
For further information, see the university's local examination regulations (in Swedish).
30 credits in Social Science or Humanities.
For further information, see the university's admission regulations (in Swedish).
Students who have previously completed higher education or other activities are, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, entitled to have these credited towards the current programme, providing that the previous studies or activities meet certain criteria.
For further information, see the university's local credit transfer regulations (in Swedish).
The course is given in English.
Transitional Provisions
Should the course undergo changes to such an extent that it is not possible to examine the student in accordance with this course syllabus, opportunities for special examination sessions will be provided in accordance with the university's local guidelines. If this occurs, the university will inform the students involved.
Required Reading
Tidskriftsartiklar, vetenskapliga bokkapitel, och onlinematerial tillkommer om ca 150 sidor.
Research articles, chapters in research volumes, and online material of about 150 pages are added.
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