Communication Studies: AS

Associate of Science | 60 credits

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Program Description
The Communication Studies program at SLCC is designed to help students develop a broad range of communication skills and an understanding of how communication affects individuals, organizations and societies. This major is designed to increase communication competence, understand and explain communication messages, and improve ability to analyze communication related challenges and come up with effective solutions.

An Associate of Science degree may be obtained while pursuing coursework in Communication. Elective hours may be selected from department approved lists to emphasize the student’s interest area within communication. Communication courses range from basic introductory courses to specialized courses.

Career Opportunities
Administrative Aid/Consultant, Business Manager, Community Affairs Specialist, Communication Analysis, Community Relations Specialist, Communication Researcher, Corporate Trainer, Crisis Manager, Development (fund-raising), Diversity Consultant, Issues Advocate, Events Planner, Negotiation Director, Lobbyist, Political Analysis, Publicist, Speech Writer/Coach, etc.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Books: $400-$500
Course Fees: $100

*Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

General Education Requirements

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Science (AS) / Associate of Arts (AA) Degree General Education Requirements

Program General Education Notes

Courses that meet General Education requirements may be used to meet program requirements unless specified by the program. If this option is chosen, students must complete additional general elective courses to meet the total credit hour requirement.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (12 Credits)

Program Electives (15 credits)

Select 15 credits from the following:

General Electives (6 credits)

Choose any combination of courses 1000-level or above from any discipline to reach the minimum credit hours needed for the program of study.

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Communication Studies AS: Full-time
Time to completion is 4 semesters based on a full-time minimum of 15 credits + per semester. Less than 15 credits per semester will increase time to completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Apply key and foundational concepts related to interpretive, critical, and social science studies of communication. [1,2]
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. [2,8]
Apply communication skills to manage conflict and resolve problems in relationships. [2,7]
Create effective and logical arguments. [4,8]
Practice applying communication theories to improve personal communication habits. [1,4]
Research and reference academic communication texts.[8]
Practice ethical communication in various contexts. [2,6]
Solve communication problems by analyzing and respecting conflicting points of view. [6,7]
Adapt an audience-centered approach to communication encounters. [2,4]