BA Communication at University of Delaware

Programme overview

A theory- and research-based programme with skills training in oral communication, video production, broadcast journalism and public relations. Students can pursue concentrations in Interpersonal and Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, or Media Communication.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Communication | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Newark, DE, United States

What you will study

Year one includes Foundations of Communication (COMM100) and Public Speaking (COMM212); year two includes Introduction to Communication Research (COMM301) and concentration courses; later years add concentration tracks, a Discovery Learning Experience, a second writing course and a capstone.

Career pathways

Higher education, human relations, news and media industry and journalism, public policy and political communication, public relations, research and marketing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the University of Delaware (and the major's college), not to the major itself. Applicants complete a high school diploma or equivalent; recommended preparation is 16 academic units: English 4, mathematics 3 (Algebra 1 or higher), science 3 (including 2 labs), history/social sciences 3, plus 3 academic electives. Standardized test scores are optional. Application uses the Common or Coalition application with an essay; up to two letters of recommendation are optional. Honors College applicants apply by the Nov. 1 early action deadline. Applies to the University; no separate programme-specific requirement is published on the major page.

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.udel.edu/apply/undergraduate-admissions/apply-to-ud/

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