LFU:online

The students have acquired the ability to use digital communication constellations to judge their individual, organisational and social impact. They have in-depth knowledge of media and communication science in a specific sub-area of the subject.

Development of a sound knowledge of changed public communication and discourse cultures, social media interactions, forms of communication and (dis)information processes as a consequence of digitisation.

Initially, students of this course will be oriented with the concepts and theories of activism in the digital age, prevailing in different parts of the world. Gradually, the course will reflect on practical examples of the topic by providing a special focus on communicative strategies of NGOs in Bangladesh. The teaching and discussions will be made on how do non-governmental organizations use online communication strategies in order to pursue women’s rights or to fight against ecological devastation. The course will give insights on the political and societal situation in Bangladesh, local civil society movements and their strategic use of social and traditional media. 

Theoretical Input, Reading of specific sources, Presentation, Discussion 

Active attendance, discussion, and presentation

Will be announced in the course.

"Active bachelor's programme"
The minor “Media and Communication” covering 30 ECTS-Credits can be selected by degree students  of  Bachelor’s  programmes  at  the  University  of  Innsbruck,  providing  the  relevant curriculum allows for the option to pass a minor.