JOUS1000 Advanced Theories of Media and Journalism Research (5 cr)
Description
Content
Advancing knowledge and understanding of theories of media and journalism research.
Completion methods
Distance exam.
Assessment details
Passing the course requires completion of the exam in line with stated learning outcomes.
Learning outcomes
The student
- increases their command of aspects of contemporary media culture that are specific to journalism
- understands the significance of theoretical knowledge as the basis of journalistic and media-related expertise.
Additional information
Recommended timing: 4th or 5th year (Journalism Master's Degree Programme students: 1st or 2nd year)
Study materials
Three books from the list.
Literature
- Ferrucci & Eldridge 2022 (toim.) The Institutions Changing Journalism. Barbarians Inside the Gate.
- Steensen & Westlund 2021. What is Digital Journalism Studies?
- Bélair-Gagnon, Holton, Deuze & Mellado 2024 (toim.) Happiness in Journalism.
- Manninen, Niemi & Ridge-Newman 2022 (toim.) Futures of Journalism: Technology-stimulated Evolution in the Audience-News Media Relationship.
- Schiffrin 2021 (toim.) Media Capture: How Money, Digital Platforms, and Governments Control the News.
- Zelizer, Boczkowski & Anderson 2021. The Journalism Manifesto.
Completion methods
Method 1
Distance Exam (5 cr)
The course is conducted as a distance exam. The exam can be taken anywhere with an internet connection and a computer. Exam questions are essay-type and more of an applied nature, as students have access to the literature during the exam. To enroll for the exam students must contact Professor Mikko Villi by email (mikko.villi@jyu.fi). A suitable exam date can be suggested. Professor Villi must be contacted at least two weeks before the desired date. The exam can be completed in English or in Finnish.