Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

Program Overview

By analyzing and evaluating communication in various contexts, students develop the skills to communicate effectively, ethically, and persuasively. Complementing their major, students explore a diverse range of related studies, ensuring a well-rounded education. The program accommodates transfer students and offers opportunities for advanced study through the SF State Scholars Program.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (COMM) program at San Francisco State University (SF State) is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and practice in various contexts. The program aims to develop students' abilities to analyze, critique, and effectively communicate in diverse settings.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Articulate and apply appropriate theories to analyze communication in a methodologically consistent manner, considering paradigm and context.
• Articulate ethical standards and be committed to ethical communication practices in specific contexts.
• Apply course material to personal, social, and community life, demonstrating their communication skills in practical settings (e.g., public speeches, performances, or community-focused discourse).
• Read and critically evaluate original scholarship in the field of communication studies.

Other:

• Complementary Studies: Students must complete at least 12 units of Complementary Studies in a single subject area outside of the COMM major.
• SF State Studies: The program incorporates SF State Studies requirements, covering topics such as American Ethnic and Racial Minorities, Environmental Sustainability, Global Perspectives, and Social Justice.
• Transfer Students: The program is an approved pathway for students with an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in Communication Studies, guaranteeing degree completion within 60 units after transfer.
• Roadmaps: The program provides first-time and transfer student roadmaps, outlining suggested course sequences for program completion.
• SF State Scholars Program: The SF State Scholars program allows students to simultaneously pursue a bachelor's and master's degree, enabling them to earn graduate credit during their junior and/or senior years.