The Communication and Film/Media associate degree program offers students a choice of concentrations that prepare students to enter a career in various communication and media disciplines or to transfer to a four-year college where they can further refine and develop their skills, earning a bachelor’s degree. Transfer agreements with local and regional colleges enable students to make a seamless transition into a four-year institution. Program faculty mentor students to help them select, balance, and sequence courses.
Whether creating content for traditional or digital media platforms, enrolled students will acquire the skills to craft and communicate a message. A combination of core course requirements, as well as specialized courses and general electives, provides students with theoretical background and hands-on application. Field placement, a portfolio, and experiential learning are built into the program so graduates are prepared to enter careers with work experience.
Recommended Course Sequence
Plan of Study Grid
| Year 1 |
|---|
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| COMM 1005 |
Careers and Academic Success for Communication and Media |
3 |
| COMM 1010 |
Communication Fundamentals^ |
3 |
| JOUR 1150 |
Discovering Journalism |
3 |
| ENGL 1010 |
Composition I |
3 |
|
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| COMM 1075 |
Digital, Civic, and Media Literacy |
3 |
| JOUR 1050 |
Introduction to Mass Media |
3 |
| FILM 1010 |
Principles of Film and Media |
3 |
| COMM 1300 |
Media Production and Presentation |
3 |
| MATH 1175 |
Statistics for the Health and Social Sciences |
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Year 2 |
|---|
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| JOUR 2221 |
Digital Reporting |
3 |
| JOUR 2000 |
News Writing |
3 |
| JOUR 2050 |
History of American Journalism |
3 |
JOUR 1200
|
Newspaper Production^
or Radio Production^
or Television Production^ |
3 |
| SOCS 1010 |
General Sociology |
3 |
| | Hours | 15 |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| COMM 1203 |
Sports Media Communication |
3 |
|
6 |
| COMM 2490 |
Field Experience^ |
2 |
| COMM 2500 |
Portfolio Capstone |
2 |
| ECON 2040 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| | Hours | 16 |
| | Total Hours | 61 |
Transfer
If you are interested in earning a bachelor's degree, please meet with an Academic Advisor who can help you select the courses that best prepare you for transfer to a four-year college or university.
If you are interested in transferring to Rhode Island College or the University of Rhode Island, check out the Joint Admissions Agreement. Transfer information, events and articulations can be found on the Transfer Center website.
