Communication Studies: AA-T Degree
The Associate of Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer degree provides students the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate effectively with diverse individuals in interpersonal, small group, and public speaking settings.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate self-awareness in various communication settings.
- Utilize an understanding of interpersonal dynamics and the communication process to communicate effectively verbally and nonverbally.
- Demonstrate intercultural competence.
- Use critical thinking skills to evaluate and create messages.
- Demonstrate critical listening skills.
- Demonstrate effective workplace skills.
- Develop and present effective speeches for diverse audiences and occasions.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (3 units) | ||
| SPCOM-122 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Required Electives: List A (6 units) | ||
| Complete two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Critical Thinking: Argumentation and Debate | ||
| Small Group Communication | ||
| Required Electives: List B (6 units) | ||
| Complete two courses from the following or one course each from List A and List B: | 6 | |
| Intercultural Communication | ||
| Oral Interpretation | ||
| Introduction to Communication Theory | ||
| Required Electives: List C (3 units) | 3 | |
| Complete one course from List A or List B not already used, or one course from the following: | ||
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Advanced Composition and Literary Analysis | ||
| Advanced Composition & Critical Thinking | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Career Communication | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
To receive an Associate Degree for Transfer, students must complete 60 CSU transferable semester units with a grade point average of at least 2.0, and either the California State University General Education (CSU-GE) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern. Consultation with a Counselor is highly encouraged to ensure all requirements are met.