Community Media and ICTs in Development and Social Change (COMU7014)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2025
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
2 Contact hours
Assessment methods
Seminar presentation; two written assignments
Course enquiries
Pradip Thomas ()
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
Since the second half of the 20th century community media initiatives, and information and communication technology (ICTs) interventions, have played an increasingly role in the field of development and social change. This course will explore the role of ICTs and community media in social change, analyse the effectiveness of these mediums, investigate the key factors that contribute towards the quality and sustainability of these mediums, and question the role that larger political and economic context plays. Students will be able to reflect on the role these mediums have played in development (e.g. issues such as HIV/AIDS, gender, health, agriculture, education, disaster mitigation) through exploring both the theory and best practice of these tools. This course will be taught through case studies, interactive seminars, student led sessions, and analytical essays.
