COM4413

Writing Communication Culture (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Robert Briggs

Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will have: 1) a sound, theoretically-informed knowledge of contemporary approaches to signification, communication and culture; 2) the capacity to undertake advanced, speculative analysis of a range of concepts informing contemporary research within the humanities; 3) an ability to write in several academic genres, including critical-interpretive essay, research project proposal, research-based essay, and referee's report; 4) advanced research and communication skills appropriate to seminar discussion, research publication, and peer review.

Assessment: Minor essay (2500 words): 25% + Major essay (4000 words): 40% + Seminar facilitation: 15% + Research proposal and peer review (1000 words): 20%

Contact Hours: 2 hour seminar per week

Prerequisites: First degree in communications or writing or a related discipline

Prohibitions: GSC4413