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In continuance from year 1, Communication Studies will develop
the three areas of communication skills: oral, written and electronic.
ICT Communication Skills enable students to continue their development
of electronic communication skills by completion of a project
that involves the design and construction of a database which
is linked to providing information to customers. There are a number
of initial training sessions on databases and working with MS
Access. A sample case study is examined before the students commence
work on their own project. Students are encouraged to devise a
project which relates to a real-life situation with which they
are familiar. The case study will involve the production of a
database solution from a context which
is meaningful to the student. The database solution should allow
the operator access to a number of communication options, including:
mail merge, address labelling, graphics, links to two or more
files
The Oral Communication Skills section builds on the presentational
skills developed in year 1. It focuses on the development of interview
skills for both the interviewer and the interviewee using situations which
involve group and personal interviews. Attention is given to the
development of intelligent questioning skills and the ability
to present cogent and relevant answers.
In Written Communication Skills, students continue to develop
their skills of review and revision in the writing process. There
is a focus on peer review skills. Students are encouraged
to develop their writing styles for a range of audiences and contexts.
The course will involve the drafting and revision of a series
of essays. The students will work closely with tutors of the College's Writing Centre, a nationally recognised Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
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