Communication

Overview & Highlights: 

 The communication major approaches various topics from a broad, liberal arts perspective that includes the historical, philosophical, and theoretical roots of communication. Each course provides foundational knowledge necessary for successful work and service in the public, private and religious sectors, as well as in future graduate studies.

 

What can I do with this degree? (Our Graduates): 

This major prepares students for graduate studies and careers specifically in media, radio, television, broadcasting and public relations. However, the skills obtained through the major allow graduates to find work in a wide variety of fields.

Degrees & Emphases - What are the options with this major?: 

Studies in communication explore models of communication theory and the applications of these theories in specific communication events. The major offers four emphases:

 

Degree Course Listings: 

 

REQUIRED COURSES (7 COURSES, 18-21 UNITS)
Core

  • COM-368 Ancient and Medieval Rhetoric (3)
  • COM-400 Intercultural Communication (3)
  • COM-450 Communication Theory (3)
  • COM-455 Philosophy of Language (3)
  • COM-496 Communication Internship (1-3)
  • LIT-480 Narrative (3)

Select one of the following:

  • COM-460 Projects in Communication (3)
  • DRA-470 Senior Thesis Performance (2)

Students must select from one of the emphases listed above.

 

 
 
 
 
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