BMST 3401

(3 Credits) 3 Lecture hours (formerly COMM 3401) Students will be exposed to theoretical perspectives on the ways culture, race, religion, gender and other lines of different shape media discourse. Given Canada's history and legislated commitment to multiculturalism in broadcast media, students will explore the forces that affect how marginalized groups are represented in media and examine strategies to ensure equitable coverage. Section information text: Department Approval required for students who have declared the Minor in Communication Studies. Please email commadvising@mtroyal.ca.