Communication Studies, B.A.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the program in Communication Studies will be able to:
- Learn basic theory and application or performance skills about and within the discipline of communication.
- Use communication competently in a variety of complex environmental and social contexts.
- Participate in the disciplines of communication in the collective community around them.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Lower-Division Core Requirements | ||
| COM 1090 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| COM 2020 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COM 2050 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| COM 2065 | Introduction to Research in Communication | 3 |
| Lower-Division Electives | ||
| Choose three (3) units from the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Human Communication (GE) 1 | ||
| Introduction to Media Communication | ||
| Argumentation and Debate (GE) 1 | ||
| Introduction to Journalism | ||
| Upper-Division Core Requirements | ||
| COM 3010 | Nonverbal Communication | 3 |
| COM 3030 | Persuasion | 3 |
| COM 4022 | Portfolio Construction | 1 |
| COM 4060 | Rhetorical Theories and Models | 3 |
| COM 4085 | Communication, Values, and Society | 2 |
| Upper-Division Electives | ||
| Choose 18 units from the following: | 18 | |
| Gender and Communication | ||
| Organizational Communication | ||
| Leadership Communication | ||
| Professional Speaking for Career Settings | ||
| Introduction to Public Relations | ||
| Media Literacy | ||
| Communication Practicum II | ||
| Internship in Communication | ||
| Communication Theories and Research | ||
| Special Studies in Communication (3 units required) | ||
| Professional Writing | ||
| Total Units | 45 | |
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Cannot be taken for elective credit if using to fulfill GE requirement.