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Broadcasting New Zealand surveys the current New Zealand broadcasting environment and the social, political, industry and technical developments that have influenced the form of television and radio in this country. The course explores the role broadcasting has played in shaping New Zealand society, and the ways in which New Zealand culture is reflected and produced in television and radio programming. Specific topics include: Maori broadcasting, sports, news, reality programming, drama and comedy, music, and the implications of new digital distribution tools for the concept of 'broadcasting'.
On completion of this course you should be able to:- Critique the representation and production of the 'nation' on radio and television and in online media- Understand how the contemporary New Zealand broadcasting and production industries are structured, and the historical development of radio and television in New Zealand, including Iwi radio and Maori Television- Understand how content is funded and produced in New Zealand, and be able to contextualize this process in the broader political economy of New Zealand production industries.- Write a content proposal and funding application, prepare a basic budget, and communicate with a broadcaster or other platform provider.- Recognise the global context of New Zealand broadcasting, in relation to ownership, and influences on programming style, programme content, music, and the ability of New Zealand producers to compete in an international broadcast marketplace.- Critically analyse the content of New Zealand television, radio and online content in relation to these contexts and relevant theoretical perspectives.
30 points at the 200 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.
COMS206
Zita Joyce
Both lectures will develop the issues covered in readings for the week, so it is essential that you do all of the required course reading. There is a limited amount of critical material published about New Zealand broadcasting, and this course provides the most comprehensive survey possible of the literature. There will be an additional resources list on LEARN to aid your further research and exploration.
Domestic fee $1,464.00
International fee $5,950.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Language, Social and Political Sciences .