In this course, you will learn to apply theories and tools to develop health communication competence, that is the competence to reflect on, observe and communicate about communication, while also understanding communication as a skill.
Admission requirements
Applicants must be admitted to a master's/postgraduate programme related to health sciences.
How to apply
International exchange students select courses when applying for exchange.
Course description
Health communication comprises all communication on and related to health. Communication competence is crucial in all types of interpersonal relationships. Health related problems occur, are experienced and appear through communication.
In this course, you will learn to apply theories and tools to develop health communication competence, that is the competence to reflect on, observe and communicate about communication, while also understanding communication as a skill. You will learn to apply quality criteria to different situations varying regarding function, purpose and target group of the communication. The course also consists of basic topics that will build foundations, insight and understanding within health communication.
The course is appropriate for everyone who works with people.
For more information about this course, take a look at the course description (student.oslomet.no).
Exam
Individual home examination in the form of a written report.
Grading scale: A-F.
Costs
There is no semester fee for exchange students.
Campus
Questions about this course?
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