Communication
A major in communication is for students seeking to gain a broader understanding of human communication across a variety of contexts and modalities. From the smallest of groups to worldwide audiences, students will study the psychology of how and why people communicate in the ways they do. This emphasis will prepare students for a career in a variety of professional industries.
Apply NowWhile we recommend that communication students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA in Communication is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS with the addition of a foreign language (complete a 1020-level language course). Please see your academic advisor for full details.
While we recommend that strategic communication students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA in Strategic Communication is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS with the addition of a foreign language (complete a 1020-level language course). Please see your academic advisor for full details.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | 34-36 credits | |
| Elective Credits | 18-21 credits | |
| Meta-major Requirements | 5-6 credits | |
| Choose 5-6 credits from this list: | ||
| COMM 1010 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
| COMM 1020 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| COMM 1130 | Media Writing | 3 |
| COMM 2300 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| COMM 2110 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 2040 | Introduction to Writing Studies | 2 |
| ENGL 2280 | Creative Nonfiction Writing | 2 |
| ENGL 2950 | Methods and Practice in Tutoring Writers | 3 |
| ENGL 3260 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| Total | 60 credits | |
- Campus Jobs - Communication Lab, Teachers Assistant
- Scholarships- Katherine Alder scholarship, P. Canute & Ethel Rawling Peterson scholarship, Deseret News Journalism scholarship, Soren & Florence Nielson scholarship
- Internships- Communication Internship
Communication majors pursue a wide variety of careers such as advertising, brand management, broadcasting, business owner, human resources, media relations, politics, podcasting, social media marketing, and more.
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For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.
