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Communication Graduate Major (MA, MS)
- Exhibit an appropriate level of knowledge in communication.
- Manage communication problems in civic contexts.
- Employ ethical practices in all communication contexts.
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge regarding research methods.
| Code | Title | Credits |
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| Required | ||
| COMM 503 | THESIS | 6-9 |
| COMM 517 | RESEARCH METHODS IN COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| COMM 520 | INTRODUCTION TO GRADUATE STUDY IN SPEECH COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| COMM 565 | RESEARCH METHODS IN RHETORIC | 3 |
| COMM 599 | SPECIAL TOPICS | 12-18 |
| Communication Theory | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION THEORY AND RESEARCH | ||
| SMALL-GROUP COMMUNICATION THEORY AND RESEARCH | ||
| INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION: THEORIES AND ISSUES | ||
| THEORIES OF CONFLICT AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT | ||
| Rhetorical Theory | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| ADVANCED ARGUMENTATION | ||
| RHETORIC: 500 BC TO 500 AD | ||
| RHETORIC: 500 AD TO 1900 | ||
| CONTEMPORARY THEORIES OF RHETORIC | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select electives with approval from the student's graduate committee: | 9-15 | |
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MA (9-12 elective credits) 1 |
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MS (3-6 elective credits; 6-9 research methods credits) 1,2 |
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| Total Credits | 45 | |
1
Elective credits can include independent study, optional practica or internship credits
2
Research Methods credits contain a specific focus in conducting and/or evaluating research in the social sciences
