Mass Communications (AA)

Course Requirements

  • CS 110 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems
  • Foundations in English (ENG 101, 108, 180)

    Plus one additional course in English
  • MAT 101 Math for Liberal Studies
  • MCM 105 Introduction to Mass Communications
  • MCM 110 Effective Speaking or MCM 120 Interpersonal Communications
  • MCM 201 Journalism I
  • MCM 301 Journalism II
  • MCM 310 Women in the Media

Plus one additional course in Mass Communications at the 200-level or higher of the student’s choosing.

  • PSY 110 Introduction to Psychology
    or 
  • PS 110 Introduction to Political Science
    or
  • SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology

  In addition, students will complete three elective courses of their choosing, selected in consultation with their advisor.

All Associate’s Degree candidates must also complete one of the following:

Option A:  One TDS elective in the Natural World, one TDS elective in Western Cultures and Societies, one TDS elective in Studies in Cultural Diversity, and one TDS elective in Modes of Thought, Inquiry and Expression.

Option B: Two courses in foreign language and two TDS electives: one course from two of the main categories: Natural World, Western Cultures and Societies, Studies in Cultural Diversity, and Modes of Thought, Inquiry and Expression.