Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS The Communication Science major focuses on the study of human communication processes, media, and their impact on society. Students gain skills in interpersonal communication, media studies, public relations, journalism, and digital communication, preparing for careers in media, public relations, journalism, marketing, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of human communication and media. - Develop skills in interpersonal and organizational communication. - Learn media studies and the impact of media on society. - Explore public relations and strategic communication. - Analyze journalism and digital communication practices. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Communication Science** - Overview of communication principles, history, and current trends. 2. **Interpersonal Communication** - Fundamentals of effective interpersonal communication. 3. **Organizational Communication** - Principles of communication within organizations and teams. 4. **Media Studies** - Analysis of media forms, content, and their societal impact. 5. **Public Relations** - Strategies for managing public image and communication with stakeholders. 6. **Journalism** - Principles of news reporting, writing, and ethical journalism. 7. **Digital Communication** - Techniques for communicating effectively in digital environments. 8. **Strategic Communication** - Principles of planning and executing communication campaigns. 9. **Research Methods in Communication** - Techniques for conducting and evaluating communication research. 10. **Communication Ethics** - Exploration of ethical considerations in communication practices. 11. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in media organizations, public relations firms, journalism outlets, or marketing agencies. 12. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying communication science skills, such as developing a communication campaign, conducting a media analysis, or implementing a digital communication strategy. **Assessment Methods:** - Communication principles analyses - Interpersonal communication projects - Organizational communication projects - Media studies projects - Public relations projects - Journalism projects - Digital communication projects - Strategic communication projects - Research methods projects - Communication ethics projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Communication Science" - "Interpersonal Communication" - "Organizational Communication" - "Media Studies" - "Public Relations" - "Journalism" - "Digital Communication" - "Strategic Communication" - "Research Methods in Communication" - "Communication Ethics" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of social sciences, writing, and an interest in communication studies. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Communication Science. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) - Certified in Public Relations (CPR) - Certifications in specific communication software and technologies **Target Audience:** Aspiring media professionals, public relations specialists, journalists, digital communicators, and marketing specialists seeking careers in media organizations, public relations firms, journalism outlets, marketing agencies, and related fields. This major equips students with the analytical, strategic, and communication skills needed to excel in communication science, supporting careers in various roles within media organizations, public relations firms, journalism outlets, marketing agencies, and related fields. The program provides a comprehensive education in communication principles, media studies, public relations, journalism, and digital communication, preparing students for successful careers in the field.