Media Law and Ethics
R6,900.00
Media Law and Ethics provides a thorough exploration of the intersection between legal frameworks and media practices. It covers South African and international laws, focusing on constitutional impacts, criminal law, explicit content regulations, and journalistic ethics. The text details the Protection of State Information Bill, emphasises media obligations in protecting freedom of expression, and discusses ethical issues such as defamation and privacy. This comprehensive guide prepares students to navigate the complex legal landscapes influencing modern media operations.
As an institution that is responsive to changing student requirements in certain sectors of the market, we have introduced an online option offering shorter courses. These courses provide quick wins for busy professionals and can fast-track careers in a matter of weeks or months. Professionals can stay at the cutting edge of industry-relevant skills development, as they compete in the dynamic 4IR (fourth industrial revolution) job market. Like our distance courses, our online courses allow you to register at any time. Studying is flexible and can be scheduled according to your needs.
COURSE DURATION:
12 Months
COURSE START DATES:
You can start studying this course at any time of the year as soon as you have completed your registration, you can get started. There are no specific registration dates!
COURSE INFORMATION:
This course contains a CourseBookTM, which is an innovative fusion of the traditional textbook and online course, combining quality educational content with an interactive, social learning experience to promote success. The course has been broken into three Study Phases:
- Study Phase 1 Quiz:
- An Introduction to South African Business Enterprise Law
- Complex Constitutional Provisions
- Criminal Law and The Media
- Study Phase 2 Quiz:
- The Laws Relating to Explicit Sexual Content
- Journalists and the Law
- Academic Plagiarism and The Media
- Study Phase 3 Quiz:
- The Protection of State Information Bill
- International Media Law
- Media Law and Ethics
ASSESSMENT:
Work through the workbook. At the end of each Study Phase, there is a quiz to complete. You need to complete and pass each of the quizzes with a minimum of 70% to get a certificate. No restrictions on your attempts.
COURSE EXIT OUTCOMES:
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Understand legal systems and court structures in South African media law.
- Describe the sources of South African law and dispute resolution methods.
- Analyze constitutional conflicts and media-related national security issues.
- Evaluate media impact on defense forces and law enforcement practices.
- Explain criminal law concepts relevant to media coverage of crimes.
- Discuss laws governing explicit content, including child pornography and sexual expression.
- Evaluate legal and ethical issues in broadcasting and press regulations.
- Assess intellectual property rights, plagiarism, and media freedom of expression.
- Discuss the Protection of State Information Bill and its implications for journalism.
- Explain international media laws, focusing on EU regulations and global media coverage.