A major in communication provides solid education for entering as many as 80 different professions, as well as useful training for life. The UA Department of Communication is recognized as one of the top ten communication departments in the nation. Our program offers both practical training in communication skills, and thorough study of communication theory and research.
To graduate with a major in Communication, a student must successfully complete 33 units of communications courses, of which 18 or more must be upper division.
Required courses:
COMM 100. Introduction to the Study of Communication
COMM 228. Research Methods in Communication
COMM 300. Introduction to Communication Theory
At least 3 units in communication skills
COMM 113. Small Group Communication
COMM 114. Interpersonal Communication
COMM 115. Nonverbal Communication
COMM 119. Public Speaking
COMM 209. Communication Technology
COMM 312. Applied Organizational Communication
Elective courses include:
COMM 325. Argumentation
COMM 318. Communication and Persuasion
COMM 411. Communication and Conflict Resolution
COMM 415. Theory Nonverbal Communication
COMM 420. Legal Communication
For advising, contact Cindy Elliot at 520-621-8073.