Communication StudiesBachelor of Arts
Why study Communication Studies at Gustavus?
Communication Studies explores how social, political, and cultural functions influence communication and media. As a major, you will learn to be effective communicators, listeners, and creators. Strong communication is the top skill employers seek in new hires, which is why more than 97% of Gustavus' Communication Studies majors are employed or in graduate school immediately after graduation.
Course Examples
Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Communication Studies will be on your class schedule.
- COM-285Documentary Film Criticism
- COM-374Campaigns and Social Movements
- COM-257Intercultural Communication
- COM-220Public Deliberation and Dialogue
“Each professor has a unique style that promotes student engagement and application of theory and practice.”
Elizabeth Orton ’25, “Each professor has a unique style that promotes student engagement and application of theory and practice.” Coming to Gustavus undecided on a major, Elizabeth was drawn to a Communication Studies major after taking Sarah Wolter’s Public Discourse class. In this course, each student developed a change making campaign in their community, which aligned with Elizabeth’s passion for public engagement. She...
What can I do with a degree in Communication Studies?
The Communication Studies major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.
- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Journalism
- Campaigning
- Law
- Copywriter
- Content Creation
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