Academic Programs

Communication Studies Major

For students who desire a standard major to be combined with either a university minor or one year in a single foreign language. Of the programs we offer, this major provides the most exposure to Communication Studies classes.

Communication Arts and Literature Major

For students planning to teach in grades 7-12. The courses required for these programs are consistent with current teaching licensure requirements.

Communication Studies Supplementary Major

For students who desire a double major and have filed a primary major in another department. This major complements many different major programs of study.

Communication Studies Interdepartmental Major

For students who have specific occupational goals in mind (marketing, public relations, management, personnel, human services, etc.). The major combines a Communication Studies core with an elective program drawn from at least two other departments. A minor is not required.

Communication Studies Minor

For students who have a major from another department and wish to supplement that major with a Communication Studies minor.

Intercultural Communication Minor

For students who want to examine theories and skills related to communication between and among different cultures. This minor can be combined with any major, including a Communication Studies major.

For further information and requirements to complete these academic programs see the: Undergraduate Bulletin.  The bulletin also lists and gives a description of the courses offered by the Communication Studies Department.

While thinking about your academic program, don't forget extracurricular activities are an important part of your collegiate experience.  You can report your activities in a Co-curricular Transcript.  www.stcloudstate.edu/cocurricular/default.asp

Go to Students for more information about choosing your major and what you can do with a Communication Studies Degree.