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International Cultural Experience

  • Non-Award

This course explores cultural, social, and political dimensions shaping communities and influencing development, focusing on British culture, society, and workplace. Students engage in lectures, projects, and activities to develop problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Course Code
ICE2013
Intake Months
May

About this course

Overview

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the cultural, social, and political dimensions that shape communities and influence business and social development. Students will engage with both academic teachings and hands-on experiences that will help them understand and address the challenges faced by modern-day communities. Through lectures, community-based projects, cultural activities, and team-building exercises, students will develop practical skills in problem-solving, group collaboration, and effective communication.

The course covers key themes including British culture, society, and the workplace, as well as intercultural communication and the political landscape of contemporary Britain. Students will also examine pressing social, cultural, and environmental issues in the UK, and explore Britain's global role. These topics will be brought to life through various learning opportunities, including exposure to local industries and businesses, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues at play in today's society.

On completing the course, students will be able to:

  • Express ideas confidently and professionally in a collaborative group presentation.
  • Demonstrate awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses by engaging collaboratively and reflecting on interpersonal growth.
  • Synthesise personal experiences, cultural awareness, and ethics in community engagement, identifying strengths, challenges and growth.

What you will learn

Overview

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the cultural, social, and political dimensions that shape communities and influence business and social development. Students will engage with both academic teachings and hands-on experiences that will help them understand and address the challenges faced by modern-day communities. Through lectures, community-based projects, cultural activities, and team-building exercises, students will develop practical skills in problem-solving, group collaboration, and effective communication.

The course covers key themes including British culture, society, and the workplace, as well as intercultural communication and the political landscape of contemporary Britain. Students will also examine pressing social, cultural, and environmental issues in the UK, and explore Britain's global role. These topics will be brought to life through various learning opportunities, including exposure to local industries and businesses, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues at play in today's society.

On completing the course, students will be able to:

  1. Express ideas confidently and professionally in a collaborative group presentation.
  2. Demonstrate awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses by engaging collaboratively and reflecting on interpersonal growth.
  3. Synthesise personal experiences, cultural awareness, and ethics in community engagement, identifying strengths, challenges and growth.

Course structure

Elective Details

Course Code: ICE2013
Offering Semesters: May
Credit Hours: 3
Delivery: Blended learning - combination of F2F and online synchronous classes
Assessment Weightage: Continuous Assessment - 70%; Final Exam - 30%
Course Lecturer: Associate Professor Dr Padma Priya K.R Pillai
Contact Email: padmap@sunway.edu.my