XYHL2000 Multilingual and Intercultural Communication (2 cr)

Study level:
Other studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

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The course introduces students to multilingual and intercultural communication skills required in multicultural work life.

Description

Course description

The course introduces students to multilingual and intercultural communication competence required in multicultural work life.

Main contents

  • Concepts of multilingual and multicultural communication and diversity in contemporary work life
  • interpersonal relationships, social networks and multicultural dynamics
  • ethical considerations within academic and professional communication.
  • language, identity, and power; multilingual communication

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, student is expected to:

  • understand the meaning of diverse interpersonal relationships and social networks in contemporary work life
  • have enhanced their multilingual and intercultural communication competence
  • be able to appreciate and participate in multicultural groups and teams in professional contexts

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:
Active participation and successful completion of all assignments. More detailed assessment criteria will be introduced at the beginning of the course.
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Participation in teaching (2 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching