2nd Semester

Course Description

This course provides an overview of the foundational theories and perspectives applicable to the study of communication and new media.  These theories are essential tools to help us understand the nature, complexity, and impact of communication processes and the media. It orients students of the concepts and principles that underpin key communication and media theories, as well as their applications to contemporary political, social and cultural issues in local and global contexts. Drawing from the analytical frameworks of various theories and paradigms, students are expected to be able to critically examine and interrogate communication and media texts, institutions and audiences in class discussion, presentations and written papers.