PO465: Media Analysis for Politics and Policy in a Digital Age (Winter 2027)

Position Summary

Offers students the means to analyze both conventional and digital media, and understand their impact on the political system and voter behaviour. Using particular political controversies as a focus, the course traces the different narratives of contemporary political discourse offered by conventional and social media (e.g., Bluesky, Facebook, and other forms of online public sentiment). It also offers insights into ways that social media has changed the media footprint of organizations, issues and politicians.

Qualifications – Required Academic Degree

PhD (ABD included)

Qualifications – Required Discipline

Political Science

Qualifications – Required Areas of Specialization

Experience teaching on and/or working in political communication in Canada preferred

Salary

$ (C.A. article 25.2)

Application Deadline

June