JRN504 Journalism Law and Ethics (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Communication (COMUN)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject explores the Australian law and the legal system as they affect the practice of journalism. The subject also examines ethical issues and dilemmas as they affect journalists with reference to codes of ethics, and ethical values and principles.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Distance | Bathurst |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: JRN504
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Master of Arts (Journalism)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- - be able to demonstrate of the fundamentals of the Australian legal system.
- - be able to examine aspects of the legal system that affect
- the work of media communicators
- - be able to demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory authorities that affect the work of media communicators
- - be able to apply ethical codes, principles and values to media practice.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Journalism and the legal system - Freedom of Information - Media regulation and the role of statutory bodies - Fundamentals of moral philosophy - Journalism ethics and codes - Censorship, conflict of interest, and the social responsibilities of the professional communicator - Legal and ethical issues emerging with new media technologies.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.