B.A. in Communication Studies

Major in Communication Studies (B.A.)
Communication Core
COM 210Perspectives on Human Communication4
COM 213Media Communication2
COM 363Methods of Communication Research4
COM 375Media Criticism and Theory4
COM 491Communication Internship and Seminar4
COM 495Capstone: Relational Communication 12
Choose one of the following courses:4
Professional and Technical Communication
Advanced Public Speaking
Speaking in Ministry Contexts
Communication Core24
Select one Emphasis23-26
General Education48-56
Electives19-24
Total Credits122
1

COM 220 is a prerequisite for this course.

 

Students may not declare a B.A. in Communication Studies and a Minor in Communication Studies.

Health Communication Emphasis (23-26 credits)

CHL 110Introduction to Healthcare2
COM 209Introduction to Health Communication4
or COM 312G Health Communication
COM 355ZIntercultural Communication4
COM 370Interpersonal Communication4
9-12 credits from the following courses:9-12
Group Communication
Communication of Gender and Sexuality
Culture and Communication in a Global Context 2
Facilitating Difficult Conversations
Advanced Interpersonal Conflict
Nonverbal Communication
Family Communication
Topics in Relational Communication 1
Dating, Mating, & Relating: Lifespan Communication
Abusive Relationships and Christian Responsibility
Total Credits23-26
1

Course can be repeated for credit when topics offered are different.

2

GES 104 is a prerequisite for this course.

Relational Studies Emphasis (24 credits)

COM 220Group Communication4
COM 370Interpersonal Communication4
COM 400Family Communication4
Choose 12 credits from the following Relational Topics courses:12
Communication of Gender and Sexuality
Culture and Communication in a Global Context 2
Facilitating Difficult Conversations
Intercultural Communication
Advanced Interpersonal Conflict
Nonverbal Communication
Topics in Relational Communication 1
Dating, Mating, & Relating: Lifespan Communication
Family Interaction
Abusive Relationships and Christian Responsibility
Total Credits24
1

Course can be repeated for credit when topics offered are different.

2

GES 104 is a prerequisite for this course.