Communication Studies, B.S.

Location(s): Statesboro, Armstrong-Savannah

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The Communication Studies (COMS) Major (B.S.) provides students with an experiential learning environment in which they can develop critical understanding, appreciation, and strategic application of the symbolizing processes which form and mobilize human activity, including but not limited to spoken, written, and nonverbal communication in interpersonal, public, and professional contexts. The major is guided by theoretical, practical, aesthetic, and ethical models; fosters respect for cultural diversity in all its forms; and values dialogic communication in an increasingly international marketplace and intercultural global community by: enhancing students’ sense of personal worth, ability to problem-solve individually and collaboratively, and social responsibility to others far beyond the university, local and regional communities. The degree establishes for students a well-supported pathway to successful, productive careers in organizational, political, and other communication-related professions; and prepares students for graduate school for those who wish to attain an advanced degree.

Degree Requirements: 124 Credit Hours

See Core IMPACTS for required courses in Core IMPACTS and Additional Course Requirements.

General Requirements (Core IMPACTS): 42 Credit Hours

Additional Requirements: 4 Credit Hours

Field of Study Requirements: 18 Credit Hours

Select one of the following:

Foreign Language - through 2001
Significant International Content Course

Major Requirements: 18 Credit Hours

Additional Upper Division Requirements: 18-20 Credit Hours

Upper Division Electives: 9-12 Credit Hours

Select 9-12 Credit Hours of Upper Division Communication Arts Electives (other than Communication Studies courses).

General Electives: 10-15 Credit Hours

Select 10-15 credit hours of general electives.

Total Credit Hours: 124

Other Program Requirements

Students must make a minimum grade of “C” in each Communication Arts class to receive credit for that course.
Students must have a total institution GPA of 2.5 before enrolling for internship credit hours (COMS 4791 Communication Studies Internship ).

Advisement

Undergraduate Academic Advisement at Georgia Southern is provided to all degree-seeking undergraduate students by professional advisors. Academic Advisors are located on all three Georgia Southern University campuses. Students are required to meet with their assigned Academic Advisor at least once a semester. For more information visit the Academic Advisement catalog page.