Field of Study: Politics & Policy
Focusing on the critical role of the state and civil society in the development of communication systems, the production and distribution of culture, and issues of societal power.
There are 2 foundation courses and about 30 elective courses offered in the Politics & Policy field of study. For a full listing download the program's full course listing.
Foundation Courses
MA students are required to take one half-course (3.0 credits) foundation course in each of their Major and Minor fields of study.
PhD
candidates are required to take a foundation course in each of two fields. Candidates must select a major field from those offered by the program and a minor field, either from the program offerings, or in a related program (with permission of the program director.
CMCT 6300 3.0: The Political Economy of Culture and Communication.
This course reflects the theoretical perspective that communication systems and cultural practices shape and are shaped by the social distribution of power in all societies. It examines the role of the state, the market and civil society in the production and distribution of cultural products and the implications of their relationships for society.
Foundation course. Same as Ryerson CC 8940.
CMCT 6301 3.0: Issues in Communication and Cultural Policy.
This course focuses on specific issues that are shaping communication and cultural policy, including the emergence of the 'information highway', globalization and convergence.
Alternate Foundation course. Same as Ryerson CC 8941.
Courses Menu
Core Courses
• MA - Core Courses
• PhD - Core Courses
Fields of Study and related Foundation Courses
• Media & Culture
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Politics & Policy
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Technology in Practice
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Independent Study Courses
Elective Courses
• All Program Courses
• York University Courses
Time Tables
• Winter 10 *
• Summer 10 *
* Subject to change *
