Communication Studies
November 25, 2023 2026-11-10 10:43Why Choose TWU's Communication Studies Degree?
Small Classes, Direct Mentorship
Personalized attention from faculty who know your goals.
Engaged Learning Beyond the Classroom
Clubs, internship opportunities, and experiential learning experiences that build your résumé and prepare you for life beyond graduation.
The Bulldog Beat
Join the student-ran TWU news club that allows practice in writing, website updates, and podcasting.
Unique Emphases for Every Student
Choose an emphasis in Communication Studies, Digital Marketing, or Sports Communication.
Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies
The communication studies major provides the foundation for effective communication needed in any field or profession, as well as specific training and instruction through concentrations in media production, journalism, public relations, and communication studies.
A communication studies degree from TWU provides an understanding of the theories important in communication, as well as the practical skills to prepare graduates to communicate for years to come.
B.S. in Communication Studies
The Communication Studies major provides a broad range of academic courses
as well as practical experiences that address the skills and knowledge needed
to succeed in a rapidly changing, dynamic field. Students choose between three
emphases: Communication Studies, Digital Marketing, and Sports Communication. The program features instruction in disciplines including public relations, journalism, media production, digital marketing, and more, providing an excellent foundation for professional pursuits and graduate studies.
CORE SEMESTER HOURS
28 Semester Hours
Communication Studies Emphasis
The Communication Studies emphasis is designed to offer students knowledge in the major areas of communications, including marketing, design, journalism, and broadcast, and more.
CREDITS
15 Semester Hours
Digital Marketing Emphasis
The Digital Marketing emphasis offers courses that introduces students to the basics of graphic design, marketing and E-communication, social media, and web content/analytics. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
18 Semester Hour
Sports Communication Emphasis
The Sports Communication emphasis prepares students for fields in sports media through studying the fields of sports journalism, TV production, marketing, and broadcasting. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
18 Semester Hours
