Online Courses Handbook 2003

301054 (v.4) Internet Studies 213 - Policy, Regulation and Governance

Area:	School of Media and Information
Contact Hours:	2.0
Credits:	25.0
Seminar:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	301052 (v.3) Internet Studies 103 - Socio-Technological Introduction or any previous version
Introduction to national and international policy-making for Internet-related activities, both public and private, commercial and other. It explores the complicated structure of governance of the Internet. The structure involves a unique mix of national, international, quasi-governmental and private organisations leading both to advantages and problems for understanding and harnessing the Internet.