Multicultural competence and integration (5cr)
Course unit code: YPYT03
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
Objective
Students will be able to
- demonstrate knowledge of different aspects of social multiculturalism
- demonstrate knowledge of immigration policy and the integration process
- demonstrate knowledge of laws and regulations and cross-sectoral cooperation relating to integration
- recognise the meaning of identity and the role of identity development in an individual’s integration process
- work in multicultural settings and demonstrate capabilities for professional intercultural communication
- recognise the role of immigrant communities in the promotion of integration.
Content
Students are introduced to and participate in activities that promote integration and/or multicultural awareness, and to the underlying principles, either in an RDI project or another suitable setting. The course develops international and multicultural competencies for community educators.