Explore the required courses and descriptions for the communication arts degree below:
Bachelor of Science with a Major in Communication Arts
Core Classes (30 Credits)
- COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication
- COMM 230 Introduction to Public Speaking
- COMM 233 Graphic Design
- COMM 235 Introduction to Video Production
- COMM 334 Social Media
- COMM 332 Small Group Communication
- COMM 339 Communication Law & Ethics
- COMM 432 Theories of Persuasion
- COMM 434 Communication Theory
- COMM 430 Professional Communication
Concentration Area (12 credits from one of the following areas)
Advertising and Public Relations
- COMM 141 Fundamentals of Advertising and PR
- COMM 242 Audience Insight
- COMM 343 Creative Strategy
- COMM 444 PR Campaigns
- COMM 491 Internship
Journalism
- COMM 150 Introduction to Journalism
- COMM 251 Multimedia Journalism
- COMM 356 Writing for Mass Media
- COMM 458 You Tube or COMM 363 Advanced Video Production
- COMM 457 Audio Production and Podcasting
Integrated Communication
- COMM 131 Introduction to Mass Media
- COMM 362 Screenwriting
- COMM 363 Advanced Video Production
- COMM 403 Argument in Everyday Life
- COMM 405 Listening and Nonverbal Communication
Theatre (On-Campus Only)
- THTR 130 Introduction to Theatre
- THTR 131 Acting I
- THTR 135 Theatrical Design
- THTR 231 Devised Theatre
- THTR 335 Applied Theatre
- THTR 420 Professional Portfolio
- THTR 431 Principles of Directing
- THTR 437 Improvisation
COMM Majors cannot minor in Communication Arts, Journalism, or Strategic Communication regardless of emphasis.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Applied Science in Communication Arts.
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts
Completion of the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree plus a world language through the intermediate level.
Minor in Communication Arts
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN COMMUNICATION ARTS -21 semester hours as follows::
- COMM 130 Interpersonal Communication
- COMM 131 Introduction to Mass Media
- COMM 230 Introduction to Public Speaking
- COMM 432 Theories of Persuasion
Plus 9 additional hours of electives from any COMM course (9 hours)
Minor in Journalism
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN JOURNALISM -21 semester hours as follows:
Minor in Strategic Communication
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION-21 semester hours as follows:
- COMM 141 Fundamentals of Advertising and PR
- COMM 235 Introduction to Video Production
- COMM 343 Creative Strategy
- COMM 334 Social Media
- COMM 233 Graphic Design
Plus 6 additional hours of electives from any COMM course (6 hours)
Associate in Mass Communication Arts
REQUIREMENTS FOR AN ASSOCIATES IN MASS COMMUNICATION ARTS -18 semester hours as follows::
Associate in Communication Arts
REQUIREMENTS FOR AN ASSOCIATES IN COMMUNICATION ARTS -18 semester hours as follows::