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Liberal Arts, International Relations, Communications and Political Science - Fall 1 2008
Introduction to Mass Communication

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Introduction to Mass Communication [CMM102]
Language of Instruction: English
Course taken with: Primarily Local Students
Vesalius College (Brussels, Belgium)

Course Description

Area of Study

Communications

Hours & Credits

45

Hours of Instruction

3

Semester Credit Units

4

Quarter Credit Units

Overview

Starts with an overview of the uses and functions of mass communication and the history and rise of mass media in modern society. Studies the content and strategy of different types of mass media such as the printed press, radio, television and Internet,
as well as the advertising, public relations, music and film industries.