APG5401 · Global media industries

Overview

This unit examines major political, economic and cultural trends shaping the media industries. Looking in detail at the growth and evolution of the media industries, this unit considers key theories and debates relating to media production, ownership, regulation, and business models. You explore case studies relating to media and communications industries from around the globe, which may include film, television, journalism, advertising, social media and streaming industries.

Areas of study: Communications and media studies Cultural and creative industries

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Critically analyse global media companies and industries, including issues arising from media concentration, convergence and globalisation;
2. Research the political, economic and regulatory contexts for media organisation/s, and identify potential issues for stakeholders;
3. Collaborate effectively in teams to conduct research and produce media content;
4. Communicate research findings and insights in a clear, concise, accurate and engaging way using written, verbal and media elements.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.