Bachelor of Science, Major in Communication Studies
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| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Major in Communication Studies | ||
| Core Curriculum | ||
| Component Area I (Communication) | 6 | |
| Component Area II (Mathematics) 1 | 3 | |
| Component Area III (Life and Physical Science) | 8 | |
| Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture) | 3 | |
| Component Area V (Creative Arts) | 3 | |
| Component Area VI (U.S. History) | 6 | |
| Component Area VII (Political Science/Government) | 6 | |
| Component Area VIII (Social and Behavioral Sciences) 2 | 3 | |
| Component Area IX (Component Area Option) 3 | 4 | |
| Degree Specific Requirements | ||
| MATH, STAT, or COSC Elective 4 | 3 | |
| Social Sciences (in addition to Core) 5, 6 | 6 | |
| Major: Foundation | ||
| COMS 1361 | Public Speaking 3 | 3 |
| COMS 2331 | Introduction - Communication Theory & Research | 3 |
| COMS 2386 | Interpersonal Communication 2 | 3 |
| COMS 4381 | Communication Theory | 3 |
| Major: Prescribed Electives | ||
| COMS Advanced Electives | 12 | |
| COMS Non-Advanced Electives | 6 | |
| Electives: General | ||
| General Electives | 21 | |
| Minor: Required 7 | ||
| Minor | 18 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
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If COMS 2386 is used to fulfill Core Curriculum requirements additional hours will be needed to reach the minimum total semester credit hours of 120.
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If COMS 1361 is used to fulfill Core Curriculum requirements additional hours will be needed to reach the minimum total semester credit hours of 120.
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Course cannot double dip with Core Curriculum.
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Choose six hours from the list of Social Sciences courses in the table below.
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If course(s) are used to satisfy minor requirements, additional hours will be needed to reach the minimum total semester credit hours of 120
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All minors can be paired with this degree program.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences 5 | 6 | |
| Choose two courses from the list below: | ||
| Introduction To Economics | ||
| Critical Thinking | ||
| Contemporary Moral Issues | ||
| Introduction to Political Science | ||
| Introduction To Psychology | ||
| Psychology Of Adjustment | ||
| Human Sexuality | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Introduction to Community Leadership | ||
| Social Inequality | ||
| Marriage And The Family | ||
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
Minor and Elective hours should be chosen with the university requirement of 42 advanced hours in mind.
COMS 2382 does not count towards the requirement for a major. Students pursuing a major should take COMS 1361.
Additional information: Reference the Program Landing Page for additional information, such as cost, delivery format, contact information, or to schedule a visit.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area II1 | 3 | Component Area IX | 1 |
| Component Area III | 4 | Component Area III | 4 |
| COMS 13612 | 3 | COMS 2331 | 3 |
| ENGL 13013 | 3 | ENGL 13023 | 3 |
| HIST 13014 | 3 | HIST 13024 | 3 |
| 16 | 14 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area IV | 3 | Component Area VIII | 3 |
| COMS 23865 | 3 | Component Area IX | 3 |
| General Electives | 3 | MATH, STAT, or COSC Elective | 3 |
| POLS 23056 | 3 | POLS 23066 | 3 |
| Social Sciences (in addition to Core)7 | 3 | Social Sciences (in addition to Core)7 | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area V | 3 | COMS Advanced Electives | 6 |
| COMS Advanced Electives | 6 | COMS 4381 | 3 |
| General Electives | 3 | Minor 8 | 6 |
| Minor8 | 3 | ||
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| COMS Electives | 6 | General Electives | 4 |
| General Electives | 3 | General Electives | 4 |
| Minor8 | 6 | General Electives | 4 |
| Minor8 | 3 | ||
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours: 120 | |||
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If COMS 1361 are used to fulfill Core Curriculum requirements additional hours will be needed to reach the minimum total semester credit hours of 120.
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Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for Component Area I (Communication).
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Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for requirement for Component Area VI (U.S. History).
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If COMS 2386 is used to fulfill Core Curriculum requirements additional hours will be needed to reach the minimum total semester credit hours of 120.
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Satisfies Core Curriculum requirement for requirement for Component Area VII (Political Science/Government).
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Choose six hours from the list of Social Sciences courses in the table below.
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All minors can be paired with this degree program.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences 7 | 6 | |
| Choose two from the list below: | ||
| Introduction To Economics | ||
| Critical Thinking | ||
| Contemporary Moral Issues | ||
| Introduction to Political Science | ||
| American Government | ||
| Introduction To Psychology | ||
| Psychology Of Adjustment | ||
| Human Sexuality | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Introduction to Community Leadership | ||
| Social Inequality | ||
| Marriage And The Family | ||
Notes
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum overall GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum overall major GPA in all major coursework.
Students must earn a 2.0 minimum SHSU GPA in all coursework.
Students must meet a 2.0 minimum SHSU major GPA in all major coursework.
Minor and elective hours should be chosen with the university requirement of 42 advanced hours in mind.
COMS 2382 does not count towards the requirement for a major. Students pursuing a major should take COMS 1361.
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) marketable skills initiative is part of the state’s 60x30TX plan and was designed to help students articulate their skills to employers. Marketable skills are those skills valued by employers and/or graduate programs that can be applied in a variety of work or education settings and may include interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas.
The BS in Communication Studies is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:
- Oral and written communication competencies.
- Multi-cultural and diversity competencies.
- Conflict management and teamwork.
- Scientific literacy.
- Ethical communication.
