The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree (AA鈥怲 in Communication Studies 2.0) is a 60-unit program which provides students with the lower division coursework required for seamless transfer to a CSU institution for the major in Communications Studies. The program offers students the opportunity to apply theories, concepts, and practical techniques to build the confidence necessary to elevate their voices and create more meaningful personal, academic, and professional relationships. The curriculum is applicable to students' everyday lives and is offered in welcoming and inclusive learning environments. The goals of the program are to encourage students to discover how to listen intentionally, think critically, and speak passionately. To earn the Communication Studies 2.0 AA-T, students must complete the following requirements: 1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units; 2. The California State University- General Education鈥怋readth pattern (CSU GE- Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern; 3. A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district; 4. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; 5. Earn a grade of C or P or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Major Core Requirements (6 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
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Select one: COMM001 COMM001H | Public Speaking Honors Public Speaking | 3 units 3 units |
COMM008 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 units |
Major Electives List A (9 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
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COMM004 | Small Group Discussion | 3 units |
COMM012 | Intercultural Communication | 3 units |
COMM020 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 units |
Only one: COMM010 COMM010H | Introduction to Persuasion Honors Introduction to Persuasion | 3 units 3 units |
Major Electives List B (or any course from List A not already used) (3 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
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ANTH003 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 units |
COMM007 | Survey of Communication: Career | 3 units |
ENGL001C | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 units |
ENGL001CH | Honors Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 units |
PSYC001 | General Psychology | 3 units |
PSYC001H | Honors General Psychology | 3 units |
SOCI001 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 units |
Total Major Units: 18 units
CSU transferable electives courses are required when the major units plus transfer GE units total is less than 60.