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LN5007: COMMUNICATION THEORY (2014-2015)

Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27


Course Overview

This course examines interpersonal communication as the co-construction of meaning in face to face and written interaction.  Students will survey relevant literature relating to semiotics, pragmatics, language use and social psychology. By approaching the topic of communication from a range of academic viewpoints, students will be well prepared for the later stages of the MLitt programme.

Course Details

Study Type Postgraduate Level 5
Term First Term Credit Points 30 credits (15 ECTS credits)
Campus None. Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Tania Fahey Palma

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

None.

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

Theories of communication from transmission and reception to the co-construction of meaning. Basic relevant principles of pragmatics, semiotics, language use and social psychology. Techniques of communication analysis with particular reference to the language of their own professional context.

Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

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Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

2 x 3000 word essays.

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Feedback

None.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.
 

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