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Media and Politics in a Globalizing World

The course contains advanced studies of globalization and mediation processes that are important for the transformation of political and cultural identities

Globalization and the digital revolution have had consequences for the way we understand the media-politics relationship, for the issues that require attention, and for the conceptual repertoire most suitable for such scholarly work. 

The course examines the relationship between media and political actors in this globalizing, mediated world, employing a comparative approach. Each class will examine the relationship from the perspective of a different set of actors. Through independent reading, lectures, class discussions, group exercises and written assignments, you are encouraged to question your unexamined assumptions and explore the ways in which globalization - conceived as technological, economic, political and societal developments - is affecting and being affected by changes in media and politics.

  • Course structure

    After passing the course, you have acquired in-depth and specialized knowledge of the relationship between mediation and globalization processes and the impact of these processes on the transformation of political and cultural identities. You can also critically compare and apply this knowledge in specific media areas.

    Teaching format

    The teaching consists of lectures and seminars. All tuition is compulsory. Teaching is in English.

    Part of Master's Programme

    This course is also a part of the Master's Programme in Global Media Studies.

    Assessment

    Examination takes place continuously during the course by writing two papers, a final report and opposition to another student's report.

    Examiner

    Examiners

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
  • Course literature

  • Course reports

  • Contact

    General information

    master@ims.su.se

    Student Counsellor

    studievagledare@ims.su.se