Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Language and Communication Studies
Programme Description
The Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Language and Communication Studies is designed to explore the intricate relationship between language and communication in various social, cultural, and professi...
The Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Language and Communication Studies is designed to explore the intricate relationship between language and communication in various social, cultural, and professional contexts. This programme equips students with analytical and practical skills to understand and apply language effectively in diverse settings.
Key Focus Areas:
Language and Communication Systems: Examining the role of language in communication processes and its impact on society.
Linguistics and Discourse Analysis: Studying the structure, usage, and function of language in different contexts.
Media and Professional Communication: Understanding communication practices in industries such as mass media, education, business, and healthcare.
Cultural and Social Contexts: Analyzing how language reflects and shapes cultural and social identities.
Critical Appraisal
Key Focus Areas:
Language and Communication Systems: Examining the role of language in communication processes and its impact on society.
Linguistics and Discourse Analysis: Studying the structure, usage, and function of language in different contexts.
Media and Professional Communication: Understanding communication practices in industries such as mass media, education, business, and healthcare.
Cultural and Social Contexts: Analyzing how language reflects and shapes cultural and social identities.
Critical Appraisal
Career Opportunities
A Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Language and Communication can lead to a variety of exciting and fulfilling careers. Here are some potential paths you might explore:
Public Relations Specialist: Managing communication between an organization and the public.
Content Writer: Creating written content for websites, blogs, and other media.
Editor: Reviewing and editing written content for publication.
Entry Requirements
Normal Entry: 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language and an African Language and at least 2 ‘A’ Level passes including an African Language or
Literature in English
Special Entry: Diploma in Education majoring in an African Language or English.
Mature Entry: Persons who are at least 25 years of age on the first day of academic year in which admission is sought and who are not eligible for entry under either the Normal or the Special Entry regulations may apply for mature entry.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Languages
Dean: Dr Mbulisi Ndlovu (Acting Dean)
mndlovu@lsu.ac.zw
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Lupane State University Main Campus