Communication Studies 2.0

Associate in Arts for Transfer Communication Studies · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog

About the Program

Program Goal: Transfer

GE Pattern(s): Cal-GETC

Program Code: 43453.30AA-T

Students completing Associate Degrees for Transfer are guaranteed admission to the CSU system. Please see the beginning of the “Academic Programs” section for details.

The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor's degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate communication skills to connect, work, and play well with others.
  2. Communicate ethically.
  3. Research, organize, and create messages using appropriate resources.
  4. Effectively present formal and informal communication adapted to a variety of audiences and contexts.
  5. Demonstrate critical thinking.
CourseTitleUnits
Required courses:18
COMM C1000Introduction to Public Speaking3
COMM C1004Interpersonal Communication3
List A (Select three):9
CMST 4Small Group Communication3
CMST 6Oral Interpretation3
CMST 9Intercultural Communication3
CMST 12Forensics (Speech and Debate)3
CMST 13Gender and Communication3
CMST 14Argumentation and Debate3
RTVF 12Mass Media and Society3
List B (Select one or any List A course not already used):3
JOUR 2Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting3
Total18

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