50128 Media, Information and the Law

This subject examines the ways in which media and the cultural products are regulated. Rather than examining the law in isolation, the subject looks at law making and the implementation of the law in the context of broader economic, political, historical and social processes. The subject explores the development of ideas of free speech and expression and how these ideas are used to promote and defend communication practices of media and other corporations, governments, media practitioners and audiences. While the substantive law in key areas such as defamation and contempt is outlined, there is a strong emphasis on developing a critical understanding of the ways the law works in practice and relevant policy issues.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus