Mediatized Intersections: class, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, 7.5 ECTS

Second level

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The course discusses different theoretical methods and empirical studies of how media represent different aspects of social identities such as class, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality. The concept of intersectionality is used as a departure point t…

The course discusses different theoretical methods and empirical studies of how media represent different aspects of social identities such as class, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality. The concept of intersectionality is used as a departure point to describe and explain the degree and variations of the way media representations construct identities as well as the power structures these representations are grounded in.

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Area of interests: Media and Communications

We live in a society where communication is becoming increasingly important. Media and Communications is an area of interest where you can study Journalism, learn investigative techniques and documentary storytelling. If you are interested in foll…

We live in a society where communication is becoming increasingly important. Media and Communications is an area of interest where you can study Journalism, learn investigative techniques and documentary storytelling. If you are interested in following and understanding how media is evolving in a rapidly changing media landscape, Media and Communication Studies is the subject for you. If you would rather work with communication in a marketing context you may find that Marketing Communication is exactly what you are looking for. The study courses and programmes that we offer will enhance your competitiveness in many different areas in the Media and Communications industry.

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Media and Communication Studies

Media and Communication Studies is an international and vibrant interdisciplinary field of studies with influences from both Social Sciences and the Humanities. Research and studies within the field aims to understand and/or explain both historical developments and contemporary phenomena involving media.

It includes the study of traditional media organizations (television, print media, radio) as well as new forms of media such as social media platforms, digital news media, streaming services, and other digital technologies that influence our everyday lives and shape our perceptions, world views, and affect our society, culture, and politics on an aggregate level.

Examples of topics explored within the field are: media and; power, democracy, economics, social movements, identity, extremism, gender, diversity, war and conflict, representation, climate change, migration, minorities, and existential issues.

Media and Communication Studies