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Archived Version 2013 - 2014

Module Title Sex Sexuality and Popular Culture
Module Code CM580
School School of Communications

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Debbie GingOffice NumberC179
NFQ level Credit Rating
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description



Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the key changes that have occurred in the (mediated) construction of discourses around gender, sex and sexuality in recent decades, in Ireland and elsewhere
2. Apply a range of media studies frameworks (political economy of media, textual analysis and audience / reception analysis) to a number of key case studies
3. Evaluate the practices of various media in their representation of gender, sex and sexuality and assess their role in shaping public opinion on sex and sexuality, as well as on sexual identity formation
4. Critically evaluate a range of anti-homophobia, sexual-health or pro-gay marriage initiatives in the media in relation to the relevant theoretical literature
5. Design and produce your own media campaign (e.g. poster, video clip, radio ad) to influence social attitudes about sex / sexuality and evaluate the strategy behind - and potential impact of - this artefact in relation to the relevant theoretical literature


Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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