Risk, Crisis and Communication (7545.6)

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Syllabus

This unit examines contemporary theories of risk and risk communication drawing on the seminal ideas of Beck and Giddens. The central ideas of the risk society are examined, including contributions from sociology, cultural anthropology, psychology and contemporary communication, media and cultural studies research. Models of risk communication are examined including the dominant technical or scientific approach, psychometric research on risk perceptions, and later models of reflexive practice that encompass broader social and cultural approaches.. Case studies include risk communication practice in the environmental sciences, science and health communication, government and international communication, and crisis communication.

Learning Outcomes

DESCRIPTION:

1. a critical understanding of the central ideas in risk theory and contemporary models of risk and crisis communication

2. critical awareness of issues in risk communication research

3. understanding of the ethical, cultural, political and social issues in this field

4. an understanding of the link between risk communication models and professional practice

Assessment Items

Contact Hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

Communication and Media Research

Corequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

None

Incompatible Units

None

Equivalent Units

None