Communication Studies

Overview

An undergraduate degree in Communication Studies provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, theories, and practices of communication in various contexts. It is an interdisciplinary field that draws from communication, psychology, sociology, anthropology, and media studies to examine the role of communication in personal, professional, social, and cultural settings. Here’s an overview of what you can expect from an undergraduate degree in Communication Studies:

  1. Core Concepts: The program typically begins with foundational courses that introduce students to key concepts in communication, such as interpersonal communication, public speaking, mass communication, organizational communication, and media analysis. These courses lay the groundwork for further specialization.

  2. Theoretical Perspectives: Students explore various theoretical frameworks and models used to understand communication processes. They study theories related to persuasion, social influence, nonverbal communication, rhetoric, media effects, intercultural communication, and communication ethics.

  3. Research Methods: Communication Studies programs emphasize research skills. Students learn qualitative and quantitative research methods, survey design, data analysis, and critical evaluation of research studies. These skills enable students to conduct their own research and critically analyze existing research in the field.

  4. Specializations: Depending on the program and the university, students may have the opportunity to specialize in specific areas of communication studies. Common specializations include interpersonal communication, organizational communication, media studies, health communication, political communication, intercultural communication, and digital media.

  5. Practical Skills: Communication Studies programs often focus on developing practical skills that are relevant to various professional fields. These skills may include public speaking, effective writing, media production, social media management, interpersonal and group communication skills, conflict resolution, and negotiation techniques.

  6. Applied Learning: Many programs incorporate experiential learning opportunities to provide students with hands-on experience. This may involve internships, cooperative education programs, fieldwork, or service-learning projects. These experiences allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and gain practical insights into the field of communication.

  7. Critical Thinking and Analysis: Communication Studies encourages critical thinking and analytical skills. Students learn to analyze and critique media messages, evaluate communication strategies, and assess the impact of communication on individuals and society. They also develop skills in problem-solving, persuasion, and effective decision-making.

  8. Career Opportunities: A degree in Communication Studies can lead to a wide range of career paths. Graduates may pursue careers in public relations, advertising, marketing, media production, journalism, human resources, corporate communications, event planning, social media management, market research, and nonprofit organizations. The versatile nature of the degree allows graduates to adapt to various industries and communication roles.

Overall, an undergraduate degree in Communication Studies provides students with a solid foundation in understanding communication processes, developing practical skills, and critically analyzing the role of communication in society. It prepares students for diverse career opportunities that require strong communication and interpersonal skills in today’s interconnected world.

Courses

Semester 1CreditsCode
INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE3MURL110
HISTORY OF COMMUNICATION2MENC137
INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION STUDIES2MENC131
ACADEMIC WRITING I3MURE110
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS3MURC110
INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE2MENC135
Semester 2CreditsCode
LOGIC AND PRACTICAL REASONING3MURR110
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIVES3MURS110
LITERARY SURVEY3MENC134
INTRODUCTION TO THE ELECTRONIC MEDIA3MENC136
HISTORY OF THE MEDIA IN GHANA3MENC138
COMPREHENSION & WRITING SKILLS3MENC132
Semester 3CreditsCode
TRADITIONAL GRAMMAR2MENC231
INTRODUCTION TO BROADCAST JOURNALISM2MENC233
MASS MEDIA AND SOCIETY2MENC237
FUNCTIONAL FRENCH3MURF210
ACADEMIC WRITING II3MURE210
RELIGION AND CHRISTIAN ETHICS3MURX210
INTRODUCTION TO PRINT MEDIA2MENC235
Semester 4CreditsCode
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC RELATIONS3MENC232
INTRODUCTION TO ADVERTISING3MENC236
LITERARY THEORY3MENC238
MEDIA AND SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY3MENC234
ENTREPRENEURSHIP3MURT210
AFRICAN STUDIES3MURA210
Semester 5CreditsCode
MEDIA AND CHILDREN3MENC341
PHOTOJOURNALISM3MENC339
MASS COMMUNICATION MODELS AND THEORIES3MENC333
SHAKESPEARE AND HIS AGE3MENC335
MEDIA, LAW AND ETHICS3MENC331
ADVANCED PUBLIC RELATIONS3MENC337
Semester 6CreditsCode
ADVANCED ADVERTISING3MENC334
COMMUNICATION RESEARCH AND DESIGN3MENC336
MEDIA PRACTICE(Print Media)3MENC332
GENDER AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES3MENC346
BASIC STATISTICS AND SOCIAL MEDIA3MENC348
STUDIES IN DISCOURSE3MENC338
Semester 7CreditsCode
INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE MEDIA3MENC431
NEWS REPORTING AND EDITING3MENC433
MODERN ENGLISH STRUCTURE AND USAGE3MENC435
TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION3MENC437
MEDIA AND GLOBAL CULTURE3MENC439
Semester 8CreditsCode
MULTIMEDIA3MENC432
FOUNDATIONS IN MEDIA:LOGIC, EVIDENCE AND RESEARCH3MENC436
MEDIA PRACTICE II(ELECTRONIC MEDIA)3MENC434
PROJECT/LONG ESSAY IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES3MENC440
CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE3MENC438

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