Communication BA, Interpersonal Communication Emphasis

Program Overview

The Communication degree at UMSL offers four emphasis areas: Interpersonal Communication, Mass Communication, Applied Visual Communication, and Strategic Communication. Students will complete a minimum of 36 credit-hours in communication courses, including a 21 credit-hour core and 15 hours of electives from their chosen emphasis area. The program emphasizes communication processes in personal relationships and prepares students to communicate effectively in various settings.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Interpersonal Communication emphasis area focuses on communication processes in personal relationships.
• Students will master the ability to communicate meaningfully with colleagues, clients, and loved ones in a variety of settings.
• Students will complete a minimum of 36 credit-hours in communication courses.
• Students may select one of four different emphasis areas as a focus for their studies: Interpersonal Communication, Mass Communication, Applied Visual Communication, or Strategic Communication.
• To complete the degree with one of these emphases, the student must complete the 21 credit-hour core and at least 15 hours of electives from within the selected emphasis area.
• General Education Requirements:
• Majors must satisfy the university and college general education requirements.
• The college's foreign language requirement may be taken in any language.
• Communication courses may not be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
• Degree Requirements:
• At least 18 credit hours must be taken at UMSL.