This MA programme is designed to enable students to develop understanding of the ways in which media interact with war, conflict and security in international contexts. It analyzes the complex roles played by the media in the enactment and representation of conflict situations and addresses the relationships among media, governments, the military, and NGOs in framing perceptions of international conflict.
It provides an interdisciplinary approach that considers both cultural and political dimensions of media responses to international conflicts, focusing on issues such as: public diplomacy as soft power, human rights and representation, distinctions between information and propaganda, the ethics of depicting human suffering, the role of new media in perceptions of conflict, the visual economy of the production, circulation and reception of imagery of conflict, and the effects of news reporting on government policy and NGO activity. Modules in this programme are taught by resident UCD faculty and by external speakers, both academics and practitioners, who will broaden intellectual discussion and speak to examples of media work. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants for the MA should hold one of the following qualifications: a First Class or Second Class, grade 1 degree in a relevant subject, a US or Canadian degree with a grade point average of 3.50, or 62% in the MA Qualifying examination (UCD students only). |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.