| Module code | INY 700 |
| Qualification | Postgraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology |
| Module content | Informed by the participatory approach to communication this module reflects in depth on methods for the effective communication of information. In order to achieve this, the nature on information within the context on Information Science will be investigated. Thereafter, communication media will be identified and discussed and students will learn how to create a target audience profile to determine the appropriate media and content for the dissemination of information. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) and the communication of information will be investigated along with literacy and media literacy. The communication of information will form a central focus of this module. Therefore the role of traditional, interpersonal, as well as modern media will be addressed. The processes of creating meaningful and effective messages for the communication of information as well as intercultural communication will also be addressed. |
| Module credits | 15.00 |
| NQF Level | 08 |
| Programmes | |
| Service modules | Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences |
| Contact time | 1 lecture per week |
| Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
| Department | Information Science |
| Period of presentation | Semester 1 or Semester 2 |
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