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Censorship and Responsibility in the Performing Arts, Film, Literature and Media - ARTS3001
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of English, Media and Performing Arts
 
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: 48 units of credit
 
 
Excluded: THFI2020
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

Investigates ethical issues in the production and reception of cultural works, including live performance, film and television programs, literature, popular music, advertising and the internet. Particular topics to be addressed include the moral responsibilities of production companies and media organisations, and the function and impact of regulation and legislation.


Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
  • Identify key issues connected with censorship, self-censorship and social responsibility
  • Engage critically with these issues in relation to specific cases or problems, in a range of oral and written modes.

Assessment

  • Essay (1000-1500 words) - 35%
  • Exam - 45%
  • Tutorial participation - 20%

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