Communication Studies, BA

Communication Studies, BA is a Bachelor program taught at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies focuses on oral and written communication. Students develop skills such as effective listening, interpersonal and group dynamics, critical analysis, persuasion, conflict management and resolution, and public speaking. Course work includes required classes in Human Communication Theory, Public Speaking, Intergroup/Intercultural Communication, Research Methods in Communication, Rhetorical Criticism, and a Senior Seminar.

Instruction emphasizes small class sizes and close relationships with faculty. Students can apply learning in internships and service learning in professional settings. Internships are available for 1-9 credits and require Department and College approval and faculty advisor supervision. The degree requires 120 credits total, with 45 credits of General Education, 36 major requirements, and 36-39 free electives.

Students in the BA program must complete a foreign language proficiency requirement for a total of 0-3 credits. Proficiency can be met by completing a language class at the 103 (intermediate) level, completing three years of any one foreign language in high school, or meeting the requirement through AP or CLEP testing.

Modules

• COST 200 - Human Communication Theory
• COST 210 - Public Speaking
• COST 270 - Intergroup/Intercultural Communication
• COST 360 - Research Methods in Communication
• COST 370 - Rhetorical Criticism
• COST 400 - Senior Seminar
• COST 390 - Internship I
• COST 391 - Internship II
• COST 392 - Internship III
• COST 220 - Nonverbal Communication
• COST 230 - Small Group Communication
• COST 250 - Interpersonal Communication

The minimum requirements for admission in Communication Studies, BA at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania as pre-requiste for admission in Communication Studies, BA.

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Please check detail of study units at http://www.ship.edu/programs/communication-studies-ba/

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.