50495 Research and Writing for Public Communication

6cp
Professional Strand – Public Communication – 100 level

This subject has two functions. First, it introduces students to research approaches and methodologies that are useful for public communication professionals. Quantitative and qualitative methodologies are addressed in the context of industry applications in public communication. Second, it explores the variety of writing approaches, techniques and products that are integral to public communication practice. Some modalities that are covered include writing fundamentals for media releases, copywriting, reports, and the transformation of specialist materials for general audiences. Students apply their knowledge of research to practical examples of written production.

For detailed information, see the full subject description at:
http://www.hss.uts.edu.au/subject_descriptions/50495_50496.pdf

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $624.50
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,070.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
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Access conditions

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