波特兰州立大学

Pursue a bachelor's degree in communication to become a competent professional and interpersonal communicator. Develop communication skills to create positive future change and influence global dialogue. As a communication major, learn social science research skills and apply your knowledge in internships while gaining real-world experiences. Our program focuses on major lines of communication research and theory, and methods for studying and analyzing communication and allows you to tailor your coursework to your own communication-related interests.

Students gain a foundation in communication theory, research, and methods and then have the opportunity to pursue electives across different communication areas including:

• Effects of mass media (e.g., television), including the nature of communication over new media (e.g., Facebook and Twitter)
• Norms and rules of communication in interpersonal and romantic relationships, including the dynamics of intercultural communication
• Role of communication in politics and political outcomes
• Role of communication in healthcare (e.g., doctor-patient communication) and patients’ health outcomes

Students graduate with a well-rounded understanding of human behavior and communications, giving them the skills to go on to programs in healthcare, education, psychology, marketing, business, public affairs, public policy and journalism.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH A BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN COMMUNICATION?

Graduating with a degree in communication can provide you with a unique skill set, opening up new job opportunities. Employers including media and broadcasters, government and nonprofits, advertising agencies, and a variety of other industries have recruited our students for positions such as communication manager, marketing specialist, outreach coordinator, advertising executive, technical writer, and community organizer.

Communication is a growing field that continues to expand and new technologies emerge. Our students are adaptable and able to quickly adjust and innovate.