Journalism Ethics and Regulation
Module code:JO1002
This module will introduce you to the regulation, codes of practice and professional ethics of journalism, and will feature much lively discussion and debate.
Topics covered
- The ethics and morals of journalism
- Journalism ethics in practice
- Moral dilemmas in journalism
- Professional codes of conduct
- Professional ethics
- Media law
- Contempt of court
- The law of libel
- Case studies of major ethical issues