Programs of study in Communication at UVU offer a balance of analytic and applied approaches to study in the field. The department offers an expanding menu of beginning and advanced courses in mass communication, public relations, media studies, interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, international communication, organizational communication, and journalism.
Total Program Credits: 21
Discipline Core Requirements: | 21 Credits | ||
COMM 1020 | Public Speaking | 3 | |
Choose two of the following: | 6 | ||
COMM 1050 | Introduction to Speech Communication (3.0) | ||
COMM 1130 | Writing for the Mass Media (3.0) | ||
COMM 1500 | Introduction to Mass Communication (3.0) | ||
COMM 2300 | Public Relations (3.0) | ||
Complete twelve credits from the following: | 12 | ||
COMM 3000 | Media Ethics (3.0) | ||
COMM 3050 | Theories of Communication and Culture (3.0) | ||
COMM 3100 | Propaganda and Persuasion (3.0) | ||
COMM 319G | Intercultural Communication Encounters (3.0) | ||
COMM 3420 | Communication and Conflict (3.0) | ||
COMM 350R | Special Topics in Communication (3.0) | ||
COMM 3700 | Free Expression in a Democratic Society (3.0) | ||
COMM 481R | Internship (May be repeated for 3.0 credits) (1.0) | ||
Any other advisor approved courses. |
Graduation Requirements:
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and italicized.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
COMM 1020 | Public Speaking | 3 |
Elective Lower Division | See List | 3 |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Elective Lower Division | See List | 3 |
Elective Lower Division | See List | 3 |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Elective Upper Division | See List | 3 |
Elective Upper Division | See List | 3 |
Elective Upper Division | See List | 3 |
Semester total: | 9 | |
Degree total: | 21 |
Name: |
Communication |
Location: |
CB 502A |
Telephone: |
801-863-8452 |
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Mission Statement
The Utah Valley University Communication Department is shaping students to become the next top leaders in Journalism, Public Relations and Communication Studies through courses and engaged-learning experiences that are theoretically driven, innovative, and applied. The department prepares students with the necessary skills to communicate visually, orally and through written documentation within the context demanded by the business, journalism, marketing, and public relations world. Students are also equipped with a solid ethical foundation and an understanding of diversity, interdependence, and cultural perspectives in the global community.
Programs of study in Communication at UVU offer a balance of analytic and applied approaches to study in the field. The department offers an expanding menu of beginning and advanced courses in mass communication, public relations, media studies, interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, international
communication, organizational communication, and journalism.
Encouraging student internships, and working closely with Student Media and other units on campus, the curriculum balances traditional, academic-style learning with applied, practical approaches to study in the field.
Journalism
Notes:
Public Relations
Notes: Please contact Cassi Christensen at 801-863-5717 to make an appointment to meet with Natalie Shelley.
Communication Studies
Notes: Please contact Cassi Christensen at 801-863-5717 to make an appointment to meet with Gae Robinson.
Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Department: Communication
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Virtually every modern field of endeavor has increasing demand for specialists with training in the field of communication. Traditional areas of employment for communication students include: print and electronic journalism; print and electronic entertainment; public relations (public affairs, media relations, customer relations, marketing, etc.); advertising; various sorts of writing, reviewing, and editing; training; sales; and management. Today, new media technologies are expanding the need for communication specialists, as well as their range of skills. Communication also provides excellent preparation for graduate study in the fields of business, education, law, psychology, and of course, communication.
Follow the links below to view current, detailed Utah Department of Workforce Services occupational information for that career.