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A/S COMMUNICATION STUDIES
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Next start date(s) |
Sep |
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Course Location |
Ardleigh Green |
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Is this course for me?
This course will develop your ability to analyse the various forms of communication and culture, to relate debates about communication and culture to your own life experiences and to broaden your communications skills.
What will I study?
There are two units:
1. Understanding Communication and Culture
In this unit you will explore the various definitions of culture and the competing claims over the value of "high" and "low" culture. Amongst other topics, you will also explore the relationship between verbal and non-verbal communication and the way in which identity links with self-presentation.
2. The Individual and Contemporary Culture
You will investigate the ways in which the self is presented, with a particular focus on clothing, hairstyles, body adornments, language and personal possessions. You will also explore debates relating to public communication, such as signage and graffiti.
These are the compulsory subjects:
The two modules listed are compulsory.
What are the entry requirements?
GCSE English grade C
What can I do next?
A2 Communication and Culture
What employment does this relate to?
A Level Communication and Culture is primarily an academic qualification and should be taken with a range of other subjects. Completion of a range A Levels qualifies you to apply for a number of jobs, both within the communication industries and beyond.
How will I be assessed?
Through a combination of coursework and external examinations
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Course Information |
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Course Code |
A220A1P-10 |
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Duration |
32 Weeks |
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| | Timetable | Tue 15:00 - 17:00 | |
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Start Date |
14 Sep 2010 |
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End Date |
04 Jun 2011 |
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Location |
Ardleigh Green |
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Contact |
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Costs |
Home Students* |
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| | Tuition Fees | £455.00 | |
| | Exam Fees | £46.00 | |
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Admin Fee |
£0.00 |
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Enrolment |
Entry to this course is via an Application Form available from Threshold Services. |
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All fees quoted are per year. Subsequent years may incur additional examination fees.
* Different costs apply for overseas students. Please contact Threshold Services 01708 462801 for more details. You may be entitled to help, conditions apply, please contact Student Services on 01708 462718 ext 2718.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the details, no responsibility is accepted by the College for any errors or omissions. The formation and continuation of classes will depend on sufficient enrolment and maintenance of satisfactory minimum attendance. Where the minimum number is not reached in three consecutive weeks the class will have to close or amalgamate with another group. The College reserves the right to change course details if necessary. The information at enrolment will contain the appropriate details.