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Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast

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Unit name Communication Skills in Practice
Unit code UPP017
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School University College
Discipline Pre-Degree
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Availability

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Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and discuss the characteristics and practice of communication skills, styles and strategies

2. Conduct research and planning to present a logical argument

3. Communicate ideas and information in a range of formats to an academic audience

4. Critically reflect on working collaboratively, and/or skills development, to generate plans for the future

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus students: one 3 hour workshop per fortnight; one 1 hour online seminar per fortnight.

Assessment

AT1: Communication research task (25%)

AT2: Written reflection (30%)

AT3: Group presentation (45%)

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