Award in Public Speaking

Entry requirements

Typical for this university, not this programme's own requirement.

• IELTS4.5 overall

Prerequisites

This module will be delivered through an interactive, practice-based approach designed to build confidence and communication skills. The teaching methods combine theory with applied learning opportunities to ensure learners develop both conceptual understanding and practical competence. Delivery will vary slightly depending on the mode of attendance (face-to-face or online), but both will achieve the same learning outcomes. Teaching methods include: • Interactive Workshops (Core Method): Learners participate in guided workshops where they practise speech delivery, voice modulation, and body language. Sessions include group activities, peer-to-peer feedback, and tutor-led demonstrations. • Practical Exercises: Learners engage in structured exercises such as impromptu speaking, role-play scenarios, and simulated presentations. These activities help learners overcome anxiety, structure their speeches, and adapt communication styles to different audiences. • Case Studies and Recorded Speeches: Examples of effective public speaking (e.g., TED talks, business presentations) are analysed to identify techniques such as storytelling, rhetorical devices, and audience engagement strategies. • Peer Collaboration: Learners provide constructive feedback on each other’s presentations, fostering self-reflection and mutual improvement. • Mentoring and Coaching: Tutors provide individualised feedback on delivery, clarity, and persuasiveness, supporting learners in refining their public speaki

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