50238 Public Communication Processes

8cp
Professional Strand – Public Communication – 100 level – Elective

This subject introduces students to key communication processes which underpin and inform professional communication practice. Students develop their understanding of how personal, social and cultural constructs and images are formed. Students examine the roles of perception and attitude formation, for example, in influencing meaning making for individual readers/viewers of the texts, events and strategies they develop in their professional practice. Students analyse communication dilemmas and learn presentation skills essential to effective communication in a professional setting. Students assess group processes relevant to their work with internal and external publics.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus

Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $849.17
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,840.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.167

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