Communication/Public Relations-Journalism Option, General Studies, A.A.

Program Description

This program of study is recommended for students planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree in journalism or public relations. Students are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor for recommended courses to take and specific transfer requirements.

Graduates of the Communication/Public Relations and Journalism Option will be able to:

• Apply communication theory
• Develop and execute basic public relations plans
• Communicate with diverse audiences
• Execute varied communication techniques
• Explain how public relations supports organizations and individuals

General Education Courses

The list of general education courses appears in the General Education List . Some programs recommend or require specific courses to fulfill general education requirements. Please check your program’s sequence of study for this information.

Program Requirements

• PAS-1000 First Year Experience 1 Credit **
• PRJ-1210 Public Relations Techniques 3 Credits
• PRJ-2000 News Writing for Public Relations 3 Credits
• PRJ-2210 Introduction to Communication Theory 3 Credits
• TRF-1310 Introduction to Mass Communication 3 Credits
• SPH-2230 Intercultural Communication 3 Credits
• SPH-1130 Interviewing 3 Credits
• EGL-2270 Applied Grammar 3 Credits

Transferability

Credit earned at any public institution in the state shall be transferable to any other institution if the:

• Credit is from a college or university parallel course or program;
• Grades in the block of courses transferred average 2.00 or higher; and
• Acceptance of the credit is consistent with the policies of the receiving institution governing students following the same program. Refer to ARTSYS at artweb.usmd.edu and the receiving institution’s catalog to select transferable courses.

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Sequence of Study - Communication/Public Relations and Journalism Option A.A.

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See Academic Preparation  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Program Total: 60 Credits

Asterisk (*) denotes a general education course.

Double asterisk (**) denotes a course that is an institutional requirement.