Media Law and Ethics

DCM-1159 (3.00 credits)

An exploration of laws and ethics related to the media in Canada and discussions of ethical standards in the media. Provincial, federal and international laws, understanding the regulations surrounding work in the media industry, freedom of expression, court systems, defamation, confidentiality, publication bans and copyright will be examined. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to CAP-1170, CAP-170.