50118 Public Communication Processes
6cpProfessional Strand – Public Communication – 100 level
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
Note(s)
Students completing this subject as an 8cp elective enrol in 50238 Public Communication Processes.
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