KVVS209 Conflict and Intercultural Communication (5 cr)

Grading scale
0-5
Teaching languages
English

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course the student will be able to
- identify and describe major theoretical and practical frameworks of conflict in Intercultural communication contexts
- present and discuss the ways in which conflict differs culturally
- critically analyze, compare and evaluate conflict research and applications
- develop new insights and contributions to conflict approaches both in theory and practice, including ethical considerations.

Study methods

Lectures, group work, written assignment

Content

This course deals with the relationships between conflict and communication, specifically intercultural communication. The course examines the various ways conflict and intercultural communication intersect. Various theoretical and practical issues are discussed.

Literature:

ISBN-number Author, year of publication, title, publisher
Selected peer-reviewed articles
Braithwaite, D.O. & Schrodt, P. (Eds.) (2008). Engaging theories in interpersonal communication: Multiple perspectives. Los Angeles: Sage.

Assessment criteria

Passing the course requires completion of all required assignments in line with stated learning outcomes. An 80% attendance requirement is applied.

Assessment criteria for each grade

Grade-specific assessment criteria are introduced in the course.