The impact of global media on international politics

Essay should treat some particular question of international relation in its connection with journalism using the theoretical and methodological framework provided during the course. It should refer to scientific literature (more than press articles and reports).
Essay should be between 5 and 7 pages, font Times New Roman, size 12 with 1,5 spacing.
Possible essay topics can include (but are not limited to):
The impact of global media on international politics
Fake news and manipulations of news: between treat to democracy and soft-power (particular case study)
Analysis of media coverage of international relations between particular countries (on student’s choice)
The media representation of particular countries in another countries (on student’s choice)
Criteria of grading:
Criterion
Weight of criterion in essay grade
Theoretical basis and richness of the sources
30%
Orientation inside main peculiarities of journalism and general knowledge of the course material
20%
Ability to