After an introduction to communication theory and language within organisations, attention will be paid to developing competence in the practice of communication. The focus will be on such areas as critical reading, public speaking, listening, report and submission writing, and non-verbal communication.
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.
HD/FL
One session
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Not available to students who have previously completed C0M1014
- Communication Theory - definitions, models and communication barriers - Non-verbal Communication - especially kinesics, proxemics, dress and appearance, paralanguage - Reading for Different Purposes - emphasis on critical reading especially for research - Developments in language - Australian usage, jargon, non-sexist language - Written Communication - emphasis on submissions and reports attention also paid to matters of style, vocabulary, register, etc. - Oral Communication - improving speech skills; public speaking; listening skills.
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.