Communication, B.A., Public Relations Concentration

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Students earning a B.A. degree in communication with a concentration in public relations will build specialized knowledge and skills related to public relations across a variety of platforms, contexts, and formats in addition to acquiring a solid grounding in communication fundamentals. Through coursework emphasizing writing, campaigns, and persuasion, as well as field experiences and internship opportunities, students will learn to become competent and well-rounded public relations professionals.

Students earning a B.S. degree in communication with a concentration in public relations are required to complete a total of 121 credits as follows.

Core Curriculum

The completion of 40 credits of university core courses with these restrictions:

CC 2.2: COMM 2200 Small Group Communication
CC 8.2: Global and Intercultural Awareness
CC 9.2: Perspectives on Creative Arts

Required Major Courses (36 credits)

Plus two public relations electives (6 credits)

Select from the following:

COMM 1114 - Production Fundamentals
COMM 2208 - Introduction to Broadcasting
COMM 2214 - Elements of Film
COMM 3308 - Broadcast and Convergent Journalism
COMM 4415 - Broadcast Management
Up to 6 credits of COMM 4597 Practicum or COMM 4598 Internship or COMM 4599 Independent Study

Additional Required Courses (39 credits)

Plus thirteen free electives