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Current Trends in Communication Theories and Research Methods (DN_201)

About Study Course

Department: Department of Doctoral Studies
Credit points / ECTS:4 / 6
Course supervisor:Sergejs Kruks
Study type:Full time
Course level:Doctor
Target audience:Information and Communication Science; Communication Science
Language:English, Latvian
Study course description
Branch of science:Communication Sciences; Communication Theory

Objective

Acquaint students with the latest trends in communication theories and research methodology, promote the integration of new theoretical and methodological knowledge in the development of a doctoral thesis in the relevant sub-field.

Prerequisites

Courses in philosophy, sociology, quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

After completing the course, the student will be familiar with the theoretical paradigms and research methods of modern communication.

Skills

Able to analyze and apply various theoretical paradigms to the research and interpretation of communication phenomena.

Competence

Critical evaluation, comparison and development of theoretical paradigms in scholarly publications, dissertation, applied research and public communication with the industry professionals, policy makers and wide audience.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Social Sciences (sub-programme Communication Culture and Multimedia), DSZkkmeng3DoctoralLimited choice
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