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Department of Communication Studies
The department offers a broad range of courses leading to the Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science degrees. Courses focus on human communication behaviors. Coursework is designed to improve oral message sending and relational communication skills, to foster creative dramatic talents, to develop journalistic skills, to promote expertise in public relations, and to prepare teachers of communication, journalism, and theatre.
In addition, Communication Studies department courses are a popular option for students majoring in other departments such as business.
Undergraduate Degrees
The department's philosophy reflects the belief that students majoring in communication studies should be exposed to all areas of the field. In consultation with their advisor, students develop their programs by taking courses in general communication, journalism, theatre, and related areas of communication. Majors complete a "Communication Core" consisting of 16 hours, plus an additional 24 hours in the area of emphasis. Students in the secondary education speech communication program must meet the specific departmental and certification requirements outlined for that program. A minimum of 40 hours is required for a major. At least one-third of the coursework must include upper-division courses. Coursework for transfer students is determined by evaluating prior coursework in communication.
Minors
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Master of Science (Communication)
The graduate program is designed to give added depth to the student's knowledge in the field. Specialized areas of study in the graduate program may be selected from general communication, communication education, journalism, public relations, and theatre. If a student wishes, it is possible to develop a generalized program of study which would include coursework from all areas of the department.
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