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MMD2030 · Effective communication 2

Official Handbook

2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 2Malaysia School of Pathways & Immersion

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

Effective Communication 2 introduces you to the fundamentals of communication and writing, focusing on clear expression, critical thinking, and effective presentation skills. You will explore verbal, non-verbal, and visual communication, analyse media messages, and develop structured arguments. Through practical activities, you will enhance your writing, research, and public speaking abilities. By the end of the unit, you will be able to apply communication strategies effectively in both academic and real-world contexts.

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
MalaysiaOctober intake teaching period, Malaysia campusTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
MalaysiaSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
11 - ArtefactArtefact20%
22 - WrittenWritten35%
33 - ProjectProject35%
44 - PresentationPresentation10%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

  1. recognise and describe key ideas in communication and writing for academic and everyday use
  2. explain how verbal, non-verbal, and visual communication shape meaning and perception
  3. use effective writing, research, and presentation skills to share ideas clearly and persuasively
  4. evaluate and apply communication strategies to engage effectively in different situations.

Workload

No workload detail published.

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