An Associate of Science degree may be obtained while pursuing coursework in Communication. The AS requires a minimum of 61 semester credit hours (24 in COMM) with a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or better. Communication core (12 credit hours) course requirements include COMM 1020 Principles of Public Speaking, COMM 1130 Media Writing, COMM 1500 Introduction to Mass Communication, COMM 2110 Interpersonal & Small Group Communication. Communication electives (12 credit hours) include any combination of: COMM 1560 Audio Production & Performance, COMM 2010 Mass Media & Society, COMM 2200 In-studio Video Production and Performance, COMM 2210* Intercollegiate Debate, COMM 2250 Essentials of Digital Media, COMM 2270 Argumentation & Debate, COMM 2730* Radio Production Workshop.
*COMM 2210 & 2730 are 1-credit hour participation courses that may be repeated twice up to 3 credit hours each for an AS degree.
- Program Code: 3017AS
- CIPC: 090101
Advisement
Students are encouraged to meet with the academic advisor for the College of Arts and Humanities at least annually for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6631 or email Debbie Murphy at ddmurphy@weber.edu for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Admission Requirements
Declare your program of study (see Enrollment Services and Information).
General Education
Refer to Degree and General Education Requirements of this catalog for Associate of Science requirements.