KVVS104 Theorizing Intercultural Communication (3 cr)

Grading scale
0-5
Teaching languages
English

Learning outcomes

On completion of this self-study unit the student will be able to
- present and critically evaluate advanced concepts, theoretical frameworks and applications of intercultural communication
- distinguish and compare intercultural communication theories and applications in academic discussion.

Study methods

Book exam

Content

The aim of this self-study unit is to introduce the students to advanced intercultural communication concepts and frameworks.

Further information

Timing: First spring semester or second year

Literature:

ISBN-number Author, year of publication, title, publisher
Gudykunst, W. B. (Ed.) (2003). Cross-cultural and intercultural communication. Thousand Oaks: Sage. OR
Kim, Y. Y. (2001). Becoming intercultural. An integrative theory of communication and cross-cultural adaptation. Thousand Oaks: Sage. OR
Said, E. (1978). On orientalism. New York: Vintage Books/Random House.

Assessment criteria

Passing the course requires completion of the book exam in line with stated learning outcomes.

Assessment criteria for each grade

Grade-specific assessment criteria are introduced in Korppi.