Module Details

Module Code: LAWS H4601
Module Title: Media Law
Title: Media Law
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Paula Mulroe
Domains:  
Module Description: To give the students the necessary skills to identify legal requirements for media production.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the legal requirements and laws relating to media production
LO2 Research and analyse the constitutional position and precedents relating to media law in Ireland.
LO3 Develop a comprehensive knowledge of broadcasting and media institutional codes of practice
LO4 Work as a member of a team to develop appropriate interpersonal and communication skills.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Freedom of expression
Freedom of expression and its role in the constitution. The balancing act between freedom of expression and protection of citizens' rights.
Defamation
The defamation act and the issues around defamation for media practitioners. Questions of defamation in a digital landscape.
Privacy
The legislation concerning privacy in Ireland.
Editorial Policy and Compliance
Broadcasting editorial policy and compliance. The issues around censorship in Ireland
Intellectual Property
Copyright and clearances for media practitioners
Contract Law
Contract law for media practitioners. Options and agreements for existing work.
Institutions
Media institutions and legislative structures.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Case Studies % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A case study looking at relevant case law pertaining to defamation and privacy
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Small group presentation looking at broadcasting legislation, editorial policy and institutional codes of practice.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A research-based assignment on a specific media project or production
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Neville Cox, Eoin McCullough. (2014), Defamation: Law and Practice, 3rd. Clarus Press, [ISBN: 978-19055366].
  • Eoin Carolan,Ailbhe O'Neill. (2019), Media Law in Ireland, 2nd. Bloomsbury Professional, p.597, [ISBN: 9781847660657].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Andrea Martin. (2011), Quick Win Media Law Ireland, Oak Tree Press (Ireland), p.330, [ISBN: 9781904887461].
  • Christians, C. (2020), Media ethics: cases and moral reasoning, 11th. Pearson, Boston, [ISBN: 978-036724395].
  • Welsh, C and Greenwood. (2020), McNae’s Essential Law for Journalists, 25th. Butterworths, [ISBN: 978-01988398].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: