Study Guide

Objective

The students will be able to:
• know the basic text types used during the studies
• communicate orally and in writing in formal and informal situations in an academic context
• give and receive constructive feedback
• operate in different learning environments and use the digital tools required during their studies

Content

Contents
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Process writing
• Referencing
• Communication style
• Intercultural communication
• Different digital tools used at Diak

Teaching methods

Independent studying, group assignments, individual assignments, lectures

Materials

The course material will be available on Diakle (online learning environment)

Exam schedules

No course exam. Passing the course requires completing and submitting the compulsory learning assignments and attending the lectures.

Student workload

3 ECTS credits. (1 credit = ca. 27 hours of work)

Content scheduling

Recommended to be completed in the first semester. The course consists of Communication Skills (2 credits) and IT Skills (1 credit), but can only be completed as an entity of 3 credits.

Assessment methods and criteria

Course evaluation: Pass/Fail

Attending the lectures at the campus and online is required for passing the course.

Completing and submitting the compulsory learning assignments is required for passing the course.