Students in the BA in communications program develop an adaptable approach to the rapidly evolving nature of media-related careers. This broad and flexible major is designed to teach students professional practices, analytical techniques and in-depth expertise on the media's wider social, cultural and economic relationships.

Our required courses emphasize the skills sought by both demanding employers and competitive graduate programs: critical thinking, creativity, research and effective communication.

Communications students obtain positions in diverse professional environments, including television networks, music corporations, public relations and marketing firms, advertising agencies and media research organizations. The program also prepares students to enter graduate training in business, law, journalism, public relations and education.