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In this course a range of theories for exploring cultural norms and practices will be explored. Cultural Dimension Theory, Cross Cultural Pragmatics and Language socialization will be considered core areas of study. Other areas of relevance that will be covered and discussed include: Social Identity Theory and Language, English as a Lingua France—the effects of Globalisation on language policy and communication, Intercultural Communication in Specific Professional Contexts, Intercultural Communication in Health Care—The case of migrant patients and native speaker Doctors/health care staff, Intercultural Communication in Business Meetings—overcoming cultural barriers and negotiating meaning.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Old Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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A range of theories for exploring cultural norms and practices will be explored. Cultural Dimension Theory, Cross Cultural Pragmatics and Language socialization will be considered core areas of study for this course. Other areas of relevance that will be covered and discussed include:
Social Identity Theory and Language
English as a Lingua France—the effects of Globalisation on language policy and communication
Intercultural Communication in Specific Professional Contexts:
Intercultural Communication in Health Care—The case of migrant patients and native speaker Doctors/health care staff
Intercultural Communication in Business Meetings—overcoming cultural barriers and negotiating meaning
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt:
Continuous assessment
1x 2,000 word essay 80%
1x Intercultural Communication project plus 15 minute presentation 20%
Resit: 3,000 word essay assignment
There are no assessments for this course.
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