MacEwan University

Course Details

Bachelor of Communication Studies

Course Description

The course list, or program of study, outlines the program’s structure by term and year. It is the group of courses you must complete in order to graduate. The program of study is made up of three categories of courses: 1. core courses – required for graduation 2. electives – credit courses that allow you to tailor your education to your own interests. They supplement the program’s core and optional courses 3. options – credit courses that give more additional specific knowledge about your field of study Core Courses - Both Majors (39 Credits) BCSC 100 - Grammar and Composition Foundations BCSC 101 - Communication and Human Interaction BCSC 102 - Introduction to Visual Communication BCSC 200 - Communication Theory BCSC 202 - Online Communication and Information Architecture BCSC 203 - Introduction to Research Methods BCSC 301 - Communication Law BCSC 302 - Multimedia Authoring BCSC 306 - Ethical Practice and Portfolio BCSC 398 - Professional Field Placement BCSC 411 - Advanced Research Methods ENGL 102 - Analysis and Argument ENGL 103 - Introduction to Literature General Core Requirements (9 credits must be senior level) Humanities Social Sciences Sciences Fine Art/Performing Arts

Course Duration

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1year

Career outcomes

We’ve all seen how poor communications can be embarrassing, costly and even dangerous. In this world of constant communications, words can change the world. The Bachelor of Communication Studies degree prepares you for a whole range of career options. You could: work in-house at a company or organization; work freelance as your own boss; teach courses or offer corporate workshops. In this big small world where technology means you can work from anywhere, the job opportunities available to you are too numerous to mention. The National Occupational Classification Codes (NOCS) lists about 300 occupational titles for journalists and other communications professionals combined. As technology evolves, new jobs will evolve. Talk about being prepared for the leading edge! Communications professionals are employed by: Print and digital publications Radio and television networks and stations Software developers Civic, provincial and federal government departments Corporations and companies Industries - oil and gas, agriculture, telecommunications Health, science, and educational organizations Non-government organizations (NGO) For more information about careers in professional communications go to: Alberta Learning Information Service-Occupational Profiles




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