Communication Studies Foundations (3 hours):

• COM 1000 - Communication and Community Engagement Credits: 3 hours

Communication Studies Core Requirements (9 hours):

• COM 2000 - Human Communication Theory Credits: 3 hours
• COM 2400 - Introduction to Media and Telecommunications Credits: 3 hours
• COM 3000 - Communication Research Methods Credits: 3 hours

Baccalaureate Writing (3 hours):

Select one to meet Baccalaureate writing requirement. If you take additional courses in this area they may be used to complete elective hours.

• COM 3350 - Leadership Communication Credits: 3 hours
• COM 3410 - Film Modes and Genres Credits: 3 hours
• COM 3430 - Film History Credits: 3 hours
• COM 3580 - Scriptwriting Credits: 3 hours
• COM 4410 - Documentary in Film and Television Credits: 3 hours
• COM 4450 - Media Criticism Credits: 3 hours
• COM 4750 - Family Communication Credits: 3 hours
• COM 4840 - Health Communication Credits: 3 hours

Communication Electives (21 hours):

Select two courses at any level and select five courses at the 3000-level or higher.

Communication Studies electives are any Communication or Journalism courses offered in the School of Communication that are not listed in the sections above. If you meet the course prerequisite, if the class is offered, and if seats are available, you may register for the class.

Accelerated Graduate Degree Program

Students in this major are eligible for the department’s Accelerated Graduate Degree Program (AGDP). Interested students should consult WMU’s Graduate Catalog and, in their sophomore or early junior year, contact the department for details.