Assessments

There are three texts that you need to submit on this course. 

Summary of a recommended reading (max. 20 points): This is a short summary of one article listed in the recommended reading list. The length is 800 words and you need to submit the summary before the in person teaching in Brno begins. Submission date: October 31.   

Case study (max. 30 points): You will select and write a case study of a state actor’s use of media and/or culture for foreign policy goals. You can discuss your choice with me in person in Brno or via email or in an online meeting. The length is 1000 words, the submission date is December 17.

Essay (max. 50 points): You will write an essay that defines a key concept from the course and apply it to an actual media campaign, media contents or a state-run media project/company that aims to influence the perception of a country or a government abroad. The length is 2,000-2,500 words. You can discuss your choice with me in person in Brno or via email or in an online meeting. The submission date is February 4.

To pass the course, you will need to reach a minimum of 50 points.

Grading scale:

Please do get in touch with me if you need to get your result before the end of the exam period or if you anticipate any problems with submitting on the specified dates.