304410 (v.2) Journalism 510 - Media Law



 

Area:Department of Media and Information
Contact Hours:3.0
Credits:25.0
Tutorial:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Laboratory:1 x 1 Hours Weekly
An analysis of Australian law governing publication, especially in the field of journalism. The syllabus will focus on the law of defamation, confidentiality, privacy, freedom of information, censorship, contempt of court, court reporting, and copyright and an examination of print and broadcast regulatory institutions. Special attention will be paid to law reform issues. Completion of the unit will enable students to better explore the limits of free speech.
YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2003Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

 

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