Communication Studies 2.0
A.A.-T Degree Arts, Communication & Humanities · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Communication Studies 2.0 Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Communication Studies 2.0 Associate in Arts for Transfer is intended for all students who plan to complete an AA in Communication studies. This degree is especially valuable for those students planning on completing a bachelor’s degree in Communication or a similar major at a CSU campus because Communication Studies 2.0 ADT guarantees admission to the CSU system (but not to a particular campus or major). Upon completion of the following requirements, the student will be eligible for an Associate Degree for Transfer: (1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. (3) The completion of all courses required for the major with a “C” or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to effectively apply critical thinking in the construction and evaluation of oral and written communication.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to effectively interpret, construct, and present messages.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to effectively apply communication theories and/or strategies in day-to-day interactions.
4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to ethically engage and participate in interpersonal, group, civic, and intercultural contexts.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Studies 2.0 Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer: Complete all of the following | 18 | |
| Core Courses: Complete all of the following | 6 | |
| COMM B2 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| Oral Communication Course (Choose one) | 3 | |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| COMM B11 | Skills for Online Presentation | 3 |
| List A: Select three courses | 9 | |
| Critical Thinking Course (Choose one) | 3 | |
| COMM B15 | Argumentation and Rhetoric | 3 |
| COMM B5 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| COMM B8 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COMM B6 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| COMM B21 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| COMM B4 | Persuasive Communication | 3 |
| COMM B7 | Organizational Communication | 3 |
| JRNL B1 | Media and Society | 3 |
| List B: Select one course | 3 | |
| Any List A course not already used. | 3 | |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| COMM B9 | Health Communication | 3 |
| COMM B10 | Leadership and Communication | 3 |
| SOCI B1 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| JRNL B2 | Beginning Reporting | 3 |