Associate of Arts - Communication Studies - Transfer Degree

• Recognize the cultural, ethical, political, psychological and practical aspects of communication systems and models.
• Develop and present effective public presentations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the role critical thinking plays in the effective analysis and development of messages.
• Demonstrate an understanding of interpersonal communication theory and practice the skills necessary for effective interpersonal interactions.
• Improve delivery skills when making public presentations.

• Complete 60 CSU-transferable units.
• Complete the California State University-General
• Education pattern (CSU GE); or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern, including the Area 1C requirement for Oral Communication.
• Complete a minimum of 18 units in the major.
• Attain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.
• Earn a grade of “C“ or higher in all courses required for the major

Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system, or those students who do not intend to transfer.

Some courses in the major satisfy both major and CSUGE/IGETC general education requirements; however, the units are only counted once toward the 60 unit requirement for an associate degree. Some variations in requirements may exist at certain four-year institutions; therefore, students who intend to transfer are advised to refer to the catalog of the prospective transfer institution and consult a counselor.