Part 1: Foundations of Communication: A brief history of communication (from cave paintings to the WWW) -- Functions of communication -- The communication process -- Perception, listening and feedback -- Language and communication -- Nonverbal communication -- Part 2: Contexts of Communication: Intrapersonal communication -- Interpersonal communication -- Small-group communication -- Public speaking -- Mass communication --Specialisation areas (persuasive, organisational, intercultural, health, and development communication).