Cross-cultural communication Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S2MS21.2024

Module name: Cross-cultural communication
Module code: W3-MS-S2-CCC
Programme code: W3-S2MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main objective of the module is to familiarize students with intercultural communication models (verbal and non-verbal codes) applicable in diplomatic and political work that requires proper communication with representatives of other cultures. The thematic scope of the course includes issues of intercultural communication, determinants of synergistic communication in the intercultural aspect, definitions and typologies of cultures and cultural circles, barriers to intercultural communication and ways to overcome them (culture shock and acculturation strategies).
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is prepared to work in a multicultural environment in accordance with the field of study and respects the differences in the views and cultures of others. [CCC_K01]
 MS_2_K01 [3/5] MS_2_K02 [3/5] MS_2_K04 [4/5]
The student is aware of the need for further education in the field of intercultural communication and consulting with experts. [CCC_K02]
 MS_2_K04 [4/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of different cultural backgrounds and is able to adapt his communication to different cultural contexts. [CCC_U01]
 MS_2_U05 [3/5]
The student can identify and solve problems related to cultural differences and develop effective communication with representatives of different cultures. [CCC_U02]
 MS_2_U06 [3/5]
The student can critically analyze communication problems in a cultural context and communicate his arguments in a foreign language. [CCC_U03]
 MS_2_U01 [3/5] MS_2_U03 [4/5] MS_2_U05 [4/5]
The student knows and understands the theories and models of intercultural communication at an advanced level. [CCC_W01]
 MS_2_W08 [2/5] MS_2_W09 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [W3-MS-S2-CCC_K] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work CCC_K01 CCC_K02 CCC_U01 CCC_U02 CCC_U03 CCC_W01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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