Stand Up! Using Humor in Communication

Department
  • Bachelor's program Entrepreneurship, Tourism & Leisure Business
Course unit code
  • IEL-B-3+5-WPM-IEL
Number of ECTS credits allocated
  • 5.0
Name of lecturer(s)
Mode of delivery
  • face-to-face
Recommended optional program components
  • none
Recommended or required reading
  • 1. Silva, C. I. (2023, November 27). Stand-up comedy is some serious public speaking. Virtual Orator. https://virtualorator.com/blog/stand-up-comedy-is-some-serious-public-speaking/

    2. The New Comedy BIble by Judy Carter (Carter, J. (2020). The New Comedy Bible: The Ultimate Guide to Writing & Performing Stand-Up Comedy. Indie Books International.)
Assessment methods and criteria
  • assessment
Additional information about examination modalities
  • Individual / Group Presentation
Level of course unit
  • Bachelor
Year of study
  • Fall 2026
Semester when the course unit is delivered
  • 5
Language of instruction
  • English
Learning outcomes of the course unit
  • Upon completion of this elective course, students will be able to:
    - analyze intercultural communication through humor
    - craft short comedic narratives in English
    - apply techniques from stand-up to improve clarity, confidence, and audience awareness
    - develop skills in message design, spontaneous speaking, and cultural sensitivity, enabling them to communicate effectively in personal, academic, and professional contexts.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
  • none
Course contents
  • This elective explores how humor enhances communication across disciplines. Drawing on principles of communication in English, intercultural awareness, and stand-up comedy, the course introduces students to storytelling, audience engagement, and creative expression. Topics include cultural perspectives on humor, crafting clear messages, using humor in communication, and developing confident speaking skills for diverse settings.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
  • The course comprises an interactive mix of lectures, discussions and individual and group work.
Work placement(s)
  • none

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