Communication Studies 2.0 – Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer to CSU

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1506.00

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer Degree 2.0 is intended to align with preparation for transfer into the CSU system in such majors as Art, Communication, English, Journalism, Television and Radio, Theatre Arts, and other similar fields of study. Communicating
well and understanding the communication process are essential to professional success in many fields. People communicate to influence, to persuade, and to express. Learning to communicate effectively is one important reason for the study of Communication Arts. Studying the
communication process helps one understand how the human mind works. Analyzing the messages in advertisements, television programs, and political speeches helps one to understand our society. Studying communication in everyday relationships, groups, and organizations shows us how these systems are created and maintained. Areas of study include face to face interaction, group process, organizational  communication, rhetoric, advocacy, intercultural communication,
political communication, and oral interpretation of literature.

Communication Arts students can expect to develop skills essential for leadership and career development, and for understanding and interpreting events. 

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

• 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units.
• Completion of the California State University-General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETCCSU) pattern.
• A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
• Obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.
• All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis.

PLEASE NOTE: The courses that universities and colleges require for transfer vary. When selecting courses for transfer purposes, students should consult with Counseling Services to determine the particular transfer requirements of specific institutions.

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Program Outcomes

  • Articulate the role of communication in multiple contexts.
  • Demonstrate competencies for ethical communication.
  • Critically analyze various communication practices.
  • Demonstrate effective verbal, nonverbal and written communication in diverse forms and contexts.

Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer Degree 2.0

REQUIRED CORE
SPCH 001FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH3
or SPCH 001H HONORS FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
SPCH 010INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION3
LIST A - SELECT THREE:9
COMM 001
SURVEY OF MASS COMMUNICATION
ENGL 012
LANGUAGE AND CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
or LING 012
 LANGUAGE AND CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION
SPCH 004
ORAL INTERPRETATION
SPCH 005
FORENSICS - SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM
SPCH 006
ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE
SPCH 009
SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION
SPCH 013
INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH COMMUNICATION
LIST B - SELECT ONE COURSE OR ANY COURSE NOT USED IN LIST A:3-4
ANTH 002
CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
or ANTH 002H
 HONORS CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
ENGL 001C
INTERMEDIATE COMPOSITION–CRITICAL THINKING AND ARGUMENT
or ENGL 001CH
 HONORS INTERMEDIATE COMPOSITION–CRITICAL THINKING AND ARGUMENT
JOUR 002
BEGINNING JOURNALISM
PSYC 001
INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY
or PSYC 001H
 HONORS INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY
SOC 001
INTRODUCTORY SOCIOLOGY
or SOC 001H
 HONORS INTRODUCTORY SOCIOLOGY
SPCH 008
READERS' THEATER
Required Subtotal18-19
CSU General Education or IGETC CSU Pattern37-39
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Degree Total60

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General Education Requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer

Catalog Year
This information reflects the information from the 2024-2025 catalog. If you have questions about a previous version, please review our Catalog Archives and/or speak with a Counselor.