MECS 101 – Writing and the Media
This course is the first of two introductory modules which introduce students to various aspects of Media Studies. Writing and the Media focuses strongly on issues of communication, writing and the
MECS 102 – Introduction to Media Studies
This course is the second of two introductory modules which introduce students to various aspects of Media Studies. Introduction to Media Studies focuses strongly on issues of representation and mediation, with
MECS 202 – Introduction to Cultural Studies
MECS 202 is a second-level module that introduces you to the basic theories underpinning media practice and analysis, foregrounding the social role of the media and their relationship to popular
MECS 212 – Public Relations
The module is designed to provide students with knowledge of the development of public relations; the fundamentals of corporate communication and public relations; corporate image and reputation; the practice of
MECS 311 – Writing for the Media
The purpose of this course is to develop a critical understanding of the relationship between the journalist/media practitioner, the public and the text. It has a strong practical component and
MECS 312 – Corporate Communication
The content topics cover the fundamentals of corporate communication and a number of specialised areas of corporate communication. Offered in: Semester 2 Co-ordinator: Dr Claire Scott
MECS 321 – New Media Studies
The course will cover the theorectical tools through which to make sense of the changing media environment, in areas such as the Internet and digital telecommunications and broadcasting. Empirical case
MECS 322 – Television Studies
The purpose of this course is to develop a critical understanding of the relationship between the many facets of television and audience practices and, in this context, to consider the
Cognate Modules
There are also a number of courses that students can take from the Digital Arts programme, among others, to make up the remaining credits for their degrees. For those interested,