Communication

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication

About the Program

Gain hands-on experience in our on-campus Ram TV station, Ram Radio internet radio station, and Ram Page student newspaper. You can also intern at local companies, nonprofit agencies, media outlets, production companies and advertising agencies.
Network with communication and media professionals at campus, state and regional seminars. You can also study communication while you enjoy European culture in our summer study abroad program.
You can also specialize your degree for teacher certification, advertising and public relations, or film and new media.

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Sample 4-Year Plan Advertising/Public Relations

Earning your ASU communication degree will open doors for you into a wide variety of career fields, or prepare you for graduate school.

Our graduates can expect to find work as communications consultants, teachers, editors and law researchers, and in public relations, advertising, corporate video production and the broadcast industry.

Minors in Public Relations, Film Studies and Journalism are also available.

Program Faculty

Our faculty stay up to date on current industry trends, and several have won statewide teaching awards. Our small class sizes mean you really get to know your professors, and you can work side by side with them on research projects and in our on-campus media outlets.

Career Opportunities

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a steady increase in career opportunities for various communication fields through 2028.

Particularly high employment growth is expected for film and video editors, public relations specialists and broadcast technicians.

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