Representation within the Media

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the notion of representation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Analyse the concept of representation and its significance for the study of culture.

    Consideration must be given to both physical and online representation.

2.

Understand practices of media representation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Analyse how newspapers portray national events and/or aspects of culture, referring to examples.

    Examples should be drawn from both physical and online sources.

3.

Understand media representation of particular social groups.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Evaluate the codes and values associated with representing a particular social group referring to examples from physical and/or online sources

    This should include consideration of gender and race.