Program Overview

Critical Media Studies - COMM 2006

Course Description

In this course, students are invited to scrutinize the normative constructs that govern contemporary media landscapes. Through deep analysis and discussion, students will develop the tools to understand and critique prevailing media structures, identify their genesis and ideological bases, and envision more inclusive and egalitarian ways of mediating and circulating information. This course fosters a critical lens through which to engage with new media, preparing students to navigate and shape the evolving communications of tomorrow.

Course Details

Course Code

COMM2006

Credits

3

Format and Length

• Lecture: 45 hours

Prerequisites

• ENGL 2550

Restrictions

• Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma and Open Studies

Tuition and Fees

Canadian Students

• Tuition estimate: $495
• Fees estimate: $695.50
• Total estimate: $1,190.50

International Students

• Tuition estimate: $1,497
• Fees estimate: $695.50
• Total estimate: $2,192.50

Fees Breakdown

• Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
• Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
• Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
• Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
• Students’ Association fees:
  • Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
  • Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
  • U-Pass: $180.00 per term
  • Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Note

You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.