Media and SocietyLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The students comprehend the role of the media and journalism as a societal force. They know the key mechanisms related to media production and reception. They also master the structures, functioning, financing and connections to other societal operators and can critically evaluate the media. The students comprehend the societal scope of their actions and changes taking place in the professional environment.

Content

Media and power
Political, financial and cultural roles of the media and journalism in a society
Media institutions and audiences
Media finances

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Participating the lectures.  Exercises done, some shortages.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Active participating to the lectures. Ability to adapt.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Active participating to the lectures.  Ability to adapt and reflect. Exercises done with new knowledge to the subject. 

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completing the course with a pass grade requires that a student has met the objectives of the course as defined in the course implementation.