Media and Popular Culture in Asia

9.2.2026 - 31.7.2026

5 cr

Intermediate studies

The course will highlight theoretical approaches, relevant methods for researching and context and specific case study information on media (film, TV, digital media such as social media) and digital culture in or regarding Asia. It will discuss one or a small number of exemplary case studies which is/are jointly discussed and analyzed with the appropriate theories and methods. These case studies may be situated in one or several Asian regions or regard Asian diasporas, and include historical and/or contemporary contexts.

Additional information

Methods, Theories and Case Studies for Popular Digital Culture: Film, Social Media and Video Games in India 9.3.–27.4.2026

How will you study

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Dates

9.2.2026 - 31.7.2026

Fields

Humanities

Scope

5 cr

1 component

Code

KUKA-AA216

What you will learn

After completing the course, students will be familiar with theoretical approaches, relevant methods to investigate, and contexts as well as specific case studies on media and/or digital culture in and as related to Asia. They can understand and analyze role of media in culture and societal processes. They will have the ability to apply theories and methods to explore case study examples. Students will be enabled to reflect on and analyze both historical as well as current developments, structures, and practices.

Additional information

Organiser

Helsingin yliopisto

Contact details

avoin-student@helsinki.fi