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COMS 510. Canadian Broadcasting Policy.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Art History & Communications (Faculty of Arts)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.

Description

Key issues in the history and evolution of radio, television and new media in Canada. The legislative and regulatory framework of Canadian broadcasting, the relationship between public and privately-owned media, the emergence of new media, and the efforts of interest groups to influence the direction of the Canadian media system.
  • Course intended for senior undergraduates and graduate students with a specialized interest in Canadian broadcasting policy.
  • Prerequisites: 3 credits of COMS coursework at the 200-level, 3 credits of COMS coursework at the 300 or 400-level, or permission of instructor.

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