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COMN12-216: Gender Communication

Description

This subject focuses on the interactive relationship between gender and communication in contemporary society. We examine how gender is created, maintained, and challenged across various individual, interpersonal, and institutional contexts, including close relationships, culture, media, education, and the workplace. Drawing on key theories and concepts to explain the functions and processes of gender and communication, the subject invites personal and critical reflection on aspects of identity, interaction, and experience.

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: COMN12-216
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • Communication, Film, and Creative Media
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2027: $4,810.00
  • Commencing in 2027: $6,550.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Explain the relationship between gender and communication.
  2. Explain key theories, concepts and controversies in gender and communication.
  3. Reflect on gender communication theory and research.
  4. Apply theoretical frameworks to real-world gender communication problems.
  5. Analyse gendered messages that we receive from media, schools and other social institutions.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil

Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.

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