Bachelor of Science in Communication
Bachelor of Science in Communication
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Overview
Cut through the clutter with strong communication skills
It’s a loud world. Smart, savvy communicators get their ideas heard. Our BS in Communication can prepare you with a strong foundation for communicating effectively, persuasively and ethically. You’ll discover how to connect with different groups through different media channels — including an emphasis on digital media. You’ll take just one 5-week course at a time, so you can balance work and life on the path to your degree.
In this Bachelor of Science in Communication program, you’ll learn:
- Strategies for communicating to small groups or mass audiences — and all sizes in between
- Verbal, nonverbal, listening and conflict resolution skills
- Skills for effective intercultural communication
- Ethical implications of mass communication
- Communication law
Words matter. Whether you’re communicating to colleagues, the media or the public, our BS in Communication can help you learn to use words well.
Courses
Course length:
5 weeks*
*Some course lengths vary
Total credits required:
120
Max. number of transfer credits:
90
Requirements and prerequisites
You’ll need 120 credits to complete this program. These may be earned through a combination of required and elective courses. Required courses may vary based on previous experience, training or transferable credits.
Transfer credits
Earn your degree faster. Transfer eligible college credits or, if you have an industry or professional certification, such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) credential, you may be able to apply to have relevant experience evaluated for potential college credit. Contact an enrollment representative at 844.YES.UOPX for more information.
Core courses
Careers & Outcomes
Job opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth for writers and authors is projected to be 8 percent between 2016 and 2026. A Bachelor of Science in Communication degree can help prepare you to be an:
- Editor
- Copywriter
- Communications specialist
- Media relations specialist
Networking opportunities
Access powerful networking tools through our PhoenixLinkTM career services platform. Take advantage of personal career coaching. Search and apply for jobs, or make your resumé visible to employers. And connect with employers and alumni through career fairs and mixers. It’s all about connections. And we help you make them.
Learning outcomes
Along with the knowledge and skills related to the University Learning Goals, students who graduate from the College of Humanities and Sciences should gain program-specific knowledge, skills and abilities. Each college or school creates a set of Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs) to describe the knowledge, skills or attitudes students will possess upon completion of the program of study. By the time you complete your Bachelor of Science in Communication degree, you should be able to perform these learning outcomes.
Review the annual assessment results (PDFs) for this program.
Accreditation
The goal of accreditation is to ensure that education provided by institutions of higher education meets acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation is your assurance the University meets quality standards.
Institutional accreditation
Regional accreditation is an institution-level accreditation status granted by one of six U.S. regional accrediting bodies. Accreditation by more than one regional accrediting body is not permitted by the U.S. Department of Education.
University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org. Since 1978, University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and its predecessor.
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What sets us apart?
When you choose our Bachelor of Science in Communication degree program, you can:
Focus your skills by taking elective courses in areas such as Intercultural Communication, Media and Technology, and Conflict Resolution.
Explore multiple forms of media communication — and discover how to keep up with the developing media world of Twitter®, blogs, articles, novels and more.
Explore the latest developments in social media, leadership communication, cultural studies, ethics and technology.
Take the next step
It’s time to let your education prepare you for the next phase of your career. You’ve got the will. And by taking one course at a time toward a Bachelor of Science in Communication degree, you’ve got the way.
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