KVVS106 Theories and Models of Intercultural Communication (5 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Language and Communication Studies
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Description
Content
The aim of this course is to increase the intercultural knowledge and awareness of the students, and furthermore to analyze and critically discuss the main approaches in intercultural communication and related fields.
Completion methods
Lectures, learning assignment
Assessment details
Passing the course requires completion of all required assignments in line with stated learning outcomes. An 80% attendance requirement is applied.
Grade-specific assessment criteria are introduced in the course.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course the student will be able to
- identify and describe the major theoretical frameworks both in cross-cultural and intercultural communication research
- critically analyze, compare and evaluate earlier studies and research applications
- relate theoretical insights into day-to-day intercultural communication and provide adequate analyses.
- identify and describe the major theoretical frameworks both in cross-cultural and intercultural communication research
- critically analyze, compare and evaluate earlier studies and research applications
- relate theoretical insights into day-to-day intercultural communication and provide adequate analyses.
Additional information
Timing: First or second year
Prerequisites: KVVA103 Introduction to Intercultural Communication
Compulsory prerequisites
- Prerequisite group 1
Literature
- Gudykunst, W. B., & Mody, B. (2002). Handbook of international and intercultural communication (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Completion methods
Method 1
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Unpublished assessment item