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COM3702ASSIGNMENTS SEMESTER 1 2024
,Media Studies: Policy, management and
media representation
COM3702
Semester 1 2024
Assessment questions and guidelines
Department of Communication Science
,ASSIGNMENT 01
CLOSING DATE: 05 March 2024
UNIQUE ASSIGNMENT NUMBER:771633
Please note:
The submission system/portal will open one week before the due date and will close at
23:00 on the due date.
1. INTRODUCTION [5 marks:125 words]
In your introduction, you will need to tell us what you intend to do in this assignment.
Write in the third person, not in the first person. More guidelines on how to write an
introduction will be posted on myUnisa under the Additional Resources tab.
2. MEDIA POLICY AND REGULATION
2.1 Internal and external media regulations in South Africa [20 marks:500 words]
Read the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, then do the
following:
2.1.1 Provide a brief overview of the Bill and then explain whether the Bill can be regarded
as internal or external regulation. See Tutorial Letter CMNALLE/301 to learn how to cite
the Bill correctly. You are expected to attach only the cover page of the Bill as an
addendum. (125 words) (5)
2.1.2 Write an essay in which you discuss your understanding of freedom of expression
and the limitations thereof. Indicate whether the Prevention and Combating of Hate
Crimes and Hate Speech Bill enhances or hinders freedom of expression. Your
conclusion should also indicate whether the Bill is acting in the public interest or not.
Substantiate your answer by citing the debates that are occurring around the Bill. Cite at
least two (2) academic sources – excluding the prescribed book and study guide.
(375 words) (15)
Consult Tutorial Letter CMNALLE/301 to learn how to write an essay. Your essay should
have an introduction, a body and a conclusion. Ensure coherence by maintaining a logical
flow of ideas. Do not use any headings in your essay. The essay needs to be a minimum
of 375 words and not more than 500 words.
3. REPRESENTATION
, 3.1 Representation defined [15 marks:375 words]
Choose a magazine advertisement that effectively illustrates the theoretical
concept of simulacrum.
3.1.1. Define and provide a comprehensive explanation of the simulacrum theory in the
context of representation. Ensure that you include complete references from the
relevant texts. (125 words) (5)
3.1.2. Evaluate whether the advertisement you selected can be categorised as a
representation of simulacrum. Justify your answer by citing specific examples from the
advertisement. (125 words) (5)
3.1.3. Elaborate on four signs from the chosen advertisement concerning the concept of
"profound reality." If, for instance, the advertisement features symbols like a car or a
perfume bottle and these serve as signs, relate them to the theoretical foundations of
simulacrum. (125 words) (5)
3.2 Gender and the media [20 marks:500 words]
Investigate the media's portrayal of either men or women, delving into the intricate
details of stereotyping. Write an essay that critically analyses how the media constructs
and perpetuates stereotypes related to gender. To illustrate your arguments, include an
advertisement from a magazine. You are welcome to include an advertisement from an
online magazine.
Analyse the magazine advertisement in full and explain clearly how representation and
stereotyping operate in the advertisement.
Use the following as an outline for your essay:
3.2.1 Introduction to the essay
Introduce the essay briefly by discussing the theory of representation of gender in the
media. (Focus on your choice.) (2)
3.2.2 The body of the essay
Explain and discuss the theory of gender. (4)
Explain and discuss the theory of stereotyping. (4)
Give a detailed discussion, with examples from the advertisement, to illustrate your
theoretical discussion. (7)
3.2.3 Conclusion
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