183-200 Language and Media

Formerly available as 175-008. Students who have completed 175-008 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

This subject examines the role of language in media texts using approaches developed through the field of linguistics and applied linguistics. Using digitised video clips, the subject explores the relationships between aural and visual elements in media texts using a variety of analytical techniques. Semiotics is a major focus of the subject, and other topics include the role of media in language maintenance, media literacy and the conduct of media research.

• have developed their critical thinking skills through completing media text analysis;

• be able to think in theoretical terms through experience gained in empirical research techniques;

• have developed their computer literacy by presentation of research through online technologies;

• be able to communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically;

• have developed their written communication through essay preparation.

A written classpaper of 1000 words 25% (due during semester), an essay of 3000 words 65% (due at the end of semester), attendance and participation in tutorials 10%.

Materials prepared by the Centre.