Minor

Communication

School of Humanities & Sciences

Major
Minor

Overview

The undergraduate program in Communication exposes students to a broad understanding of communication theory and research. Students in this minor are expected to become familiar with the fundamental concerns, theoretical approaches, and methods of the field and to acquire advanced knowledge in one or more sub-areas of the discipline. This is accomplished by several levels of study: a core curriculum, intermediate-level electives, and optional internships. Minors also have the opportunity to do advanced research projects. The department is committed to providing students with analytical and critical skills needed for success in graduate programs, professional schools, or immediate career entry.

Requirements

Program Requirements

Core

Complete all of the following course(s):

COMM 1

Introduction to Communication

5 Units

COMM 1B

Media, Culture, and Society

5 Units

COMM 106

Communication Research Methods

4-5 Units

COMM 108

Media Processes and Effects

4-5 Units

Core courses are usually offered only once each year. The department also requires completion of -- or concurrent registration in -- an introductory statistics course (STATS 60 Introduction to Statistical Methods: Precalculus) when registering for COMM 106 Communication Research Methods in preparation for studies in methodology and advanced techniques in communication processes and effects. It is recommended that this be done as soon as possible so as not to prevent registration in a course requiring statistical understanding. The statistics course does not count toward the 35 units to complete the Communication minor.

In addition to the three core courses and the statistics course, students must take one course in each of the two areas specified below.