COMS223

Propaganda, Public Relations and Power

15 points

Not offered 2017, offered in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015

For further information see Language, Social and Political Sciences

Description

Today, the state and private sectors as well as pressure groups in New Zealand and internationally are competing for media space in their pursuit of legitimacy, organisational interest or attention. COMS 223 aims to unpack the complex process through which this is happening by exploring the changing persuasive techniques of propaganda and public relations and how they confer legitimacy and power.

Prerequisites

15 points at the 100 level in COMS. Students without this prerequisite, but with at least a B average in 60 points of relevant courses, may enter the course with the approval of the Department Coordinator or the Undergraduate Coordinator for COMS.