Communication and Media Studies, Minor
The minor program in Communication and Media Studies focuses on broad-based and adaptable skills that can enrich the lives of graduates in many diverse fields. The ability to write and speak well, the ability to think critically about differing media and modes of communication, the ability to recognize quality in written, visual, and multimedia texts—these are fundamental skills for life within a culture increasingly defined by the movement of information.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Requirements | 6 | |
| Choose 2 of the following: | ||
| CMS 2010 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3 |
| CMS 2015 | Visual Communication | 3 |
| CMS 2410 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| COMM 1110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Upper Division Electives | 9 | |
| 3 courses (9 credit hours) at the 3000-4000 level with prefixes CMS or COMM. | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |