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Sep 07, 2024
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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Communication Studies (B.A./B.S.)
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Joshua Westwick, Associate Director
School of Communication and Journalism
Pugsley Center 115, Box 2218
605-688-6131
Program Information
A major in Communication Studies prepares students to understand the central role that communication plays in people’s lives. Graduates of this program will receive the training, expertise and background that will promote professional success in a wide variety of career areas where communication is a critical requirement.
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates in Communication Studies will be able to:
- Describe the Communication discipline and its central questions by employing communication theories, perspectives, principles, and concepts. (Cross-curricular Skill: Inquiry and Analysis)
- Engage in Communication inquiry. (Cross-curricular Skill: Inquiry and Analysis)
- Create and critically analyze messages appropriate to the audience, purpose, and context. (Cross-curricular Skill: Critical and Creative Thinking)
- Demonstrate the ability to accomplish communicative goals (self-efficacy). (Cross-curricular Skill: Foundational Lifelong Learning Skills)
- Prepare for ethical public influence that embraces differences. (Cross-curricular Skill: Civic Knowledge and Engagement; Diversity, Inclusion and Equity)
Academic Requirements
A minimum grade of “C” or better is required in all major courses.
Course Delivery Format
A wide range of course formats are available in this major including, lectures, laboratory, small group, seminar, interactive and collaborative partnerships.
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Requirements for Communication Studies Major: 120 Credits
Bachelor of Arts in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
System General Education Requirements
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements
- One declared minor outside of the major prefix OR a second major OR a teaching specialization. The minor may be a traditional minor within one department or it may be interdisciplinary involving more than one department. The minor can be in a different college. The minor must be declared no later than the student’s third semester of enrollment.
- Capstone course in the major discipline
- Upper division coursework Credits: 33
Bachelor of Arts Requirements: 9+
Bachelor of Science Requirements: 13+
System General Education and/or major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements. Consult program advisor for details. See the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences for additional information about Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science specifications.
Select from the following
Select 9 credits from the following. Credits: 9
Electives
Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Total Required Credits: 120
Summary of Program Requirements
Bachelor of Arts in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
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System General Education Requirements |
30 Credit Hours |
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements* |
9+ Credit Hours |
Major Requirements |
39 Credit Hours |
Electives** |
42 Credit Hours |
Bachelor of Science in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
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System General Education Requirements |
30 Credit Hours |
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements* |
13+ Credit Hours |
Major Requirements |
39 Credit Hours |
Electives** |
44 Credit Hours |
*System General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Supporting Coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements.
**Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements.
Academic Advising Guide Sheet
The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program.
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