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Core Module Information
Module title: Media Law
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: LAW09114
Module leader: Zhongdong Niu
School The Business School
Subject area group: Law
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

Freedom of expression theories; regulatory institutions and their functions; regulation of broadcasting and electronic communications; defamation; self-regulation of the media; data protection and freedom of information; obscenity and indecency; blasphemy; privacy; copyright.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles of media law and the functions of regulatory institutions.

LO2: Identify and evaluate legal issues relating to freedom of expression and various restrictions on the media.

LO3: Analyse legal problems in a systematic and analytical manner.

LO4: Communicate effectively in written form and employ argument and persuasion.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, IN PERSON, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: IN PERSON
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Joanna McVicar
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 24 You will listen to your lecturer's presentations to gain an understanding of theories, concepts and principles of media law and engage in discussions on key issues.
Face To Face Tutorial 12 You will develop an in-depth understanding of media law and apply the law to various practical scenarios. You are expected to collaborate and communicate with other students in group discussions.
Online Guided independent study 164 You will undertake independent research in a wide range of issues of media law under the instructions of your lecturer and critically analyse and interpret the relevant literature.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1~2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 2 hours You will identify legal issues involved in exam questions, present relevant law and apply the law to question scenarios.
Essay 40 1~3~4 Week 10 , WORDS= 2000 You will conduct independent research, develop skills in summarising primary and secondary sources, engage in legal reasoning and present your findings.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
LAW 09114 - Media Law
 

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