Health Communication

An introductory course covering the key elements and functions of interpersonal and group communication process and the assumptions we make about ourselves, the other and the communication transaction. The course addresses factors that contribute to improving effective communication skills at the personal and professional levels and aims at enhancing writing and oral presentation skills. The course attempts to highlight the connection between communication concepts and everyday life by using interactive methods that allow students to explore concepts in relation to their own personal experiences. The course is offered in both blended and face to face format; the blended section includes active engagement with online media.