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Course Description
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Course Name
Law and Government for Journalists
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Host University
University of Stirling
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Location
Stirling, Scotland
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Area of Study
Journalism, Media Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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SCQF Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The course aims to provide knowledge of core legal principles; laws and regulations; and case-law affectingthe practice of journalism and the media; and to sensitise intending journalists to legal issues potentiallyaffecting their work. By the end of the module, students should be able to demonstrate reasonableknowledge of core topics affecting journalism and the media, including: courts and the media, pre-trial andin-trial publicity, newsgathering issues, access to information, privacy, defamation, and intellectual property.Please note that this module is focused on the law and government of the UK and therefore may not beappropriate for many international students. Check with the adviser at your home university.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
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Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.