Communication Studies

Majoring & Minoring

The Communication Studies major requires a total of 8 courses (29-32 credits), comprised of 5 required courses (20 credits) and 3 elective courses (9-12 credits) in the major.

All of the courses in the Communication Studies major involve a significant amount of writing, research, and creative work. Several courses engage in the teaching of writing, research, and creative methods and are designated as COM Writing Intensive Courses. 

Major in Communication Studies
Eight courses, including Communication Studies 75-134, 204, 604, 804, and 75-964 (Capstone); and 3 additional 3-4 credit Communication Studies electives, two of which must be upper level.

Minor in Communication Studies

Five courses, including Communication Studies 75-134 and 4 additional 3-4 credit Communication Studies electives, three of which must be upper level.
 

See the Education Department for information regarding teacher certification in communication studies.