About the course

This course introduces you to a range of theories of human communication and the challenges to these theories. It is for students and professionals interested in working as communication advisers in the public sector, non-governmental organisations, and business, in the areas of communications policy, ethics, marketing, and media relations.

This course is available in the following programme(s):

OP5271 Diploma in Communication Studies
OP7020 Bachelor of Arts

What's in the course

• The origins of communication studies
• The impact of cultural studies, post-structuralism and postmodernism on communication theory
• Media and the culture industries
• Communication ethics.

What students learn

• Discuss a range of theoretical approaches in communication studies
• Interpret theories of media production and consumption
• Analyse different ethical paradigms and debate current issues in communication ethics.

Assessment

Fees

New Zealand Student Fee    $588.00

Additional Fee Information

What do I do now?

Request a copy of the brochure or email the course leader.
Download an enrolment form.
For further information free phone 0508 650 200 or email