Communications theory (Informatics) (P02835)

? Credit Points : 10 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : MED-P-P02835

The aim of this course is to explore theories and practice of communication and their relevance and application to communication within health and social care organisations.

Entry Requirements

? This course is not available to visting students.

? Pre-requisites : None other than programme entry requirements

? Co-requisites : This is an optional course for all candidates at Stage 2 of the Cert/Dip/MSc in Health Informatics programme or following the Certificate in Applied Clinical Informatics.

? Special Arrangements for Entry : The course will be delivered using RCSEd’s VLE with appropriate links to the University’s systems. Students will be expected to use a range of flexible learning methods including participation in discussion forums, online seminars and wikis and accessing resources in a range of formats e.g. pdf files, video clips, and audio files. In addition to the course materials and resources provided, candidates will be expected to use internet and published resources during self directed study and research.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Health Information, (Medicine, Schedule R)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : To be arranged/Unknown

? Additional Class Information : The student will be expected to spend approximately 10 hours per week reading the course materials and additional/supplementary online and published resources; participating in online discussions and submitting required assignments.

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

a. Distinguish between the main theories of communication and their relevance to communication with patients and colleagues in the healthcare environment.
b. Critically discuss the nature and methods of communication, within and between healthcare organisations.
c. Critically evaluate the appropriate use of technology for communication in a healthcare environment.
d. Apply communication theories in “real world” contexts.
e. Use theoretical communication knowledge to inform day to day practice.

Assessment Information

Course assessments relate to the learning outcomes. Summative work will be approximately 3000 words in total and be approved by the Programme Committee, on the recommendation of the Course Convenor. Combined with formative components, it may incorporate one or more of
the following:
• Essay style analysis or commentary
• Scenario analysis
• Critical/Significant incident analysis
• Reflective practice accounts
• Individual presentations
• Multiple Choice Questions
• Other relevant assessments