In this unit students will explore theories and practices of information and data mediation within contemporary media and communications industries. Students will be introduced to key concepts and debates about the relationship between data and information, the uses and misuses of information, and the development of data journalism. From this theoretical base students will learn industry relevant practice in information verification and data storytelling using public databases and data visualisation tools.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Media and Communications |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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12 credit points at 1000 level in Media and Communications |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Margaret Van Heekeren, margaret.vanheekeren@sydney.edu.au |
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