Associate of Arts in Communications
Lead Faculty:
Mr. Scott Campbell
The Associate of Arts in Communications prepares students to enter professions in the communication fields or to continue their undergraduate education in one or more of the related fields of public relations, advertising, journalism, corporate communication, and media. Enrolled students gain valuable hands-on experience planning, disseminating and evaluating media campaigns while establishing a broad foundation in communication theory. Students who successfully complete the coursework for this program are endowed with the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to thrive as a communication professional.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze the effectiveness of communication campaigns.
- Establish appropriate communication goals.
- Create content that fulfills communication objectives.
- Collaborate to achieve team goals.
- Develop effective interpersonal communication strategies.
Requirements
To receive the Associate of Arts in Communications, students must complete at least 90 quarter units, 31.5 of which must be taken in residence at National University. All students must complete the Associate general education. In the abscence of transfer credit additional electives may need to be taken to meet the overall unit requirement of the degree. Please see Undergraduate Information section for admission and evaluation.
Prerequisites for the Major (6 courses; 24 quarter units)
National University has general education requirements in the following eight areas:
Requirements for the major
(10 courses; 45 quarter units)
National University has general education requirements in the following eight areas:
