Communication Studies 2.0
A.A.-T Degree Communication Studies · Gavilan College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in Communications Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree, students will be prepared for pursuing a BA/BS in Communication or Communication Studies.
Required:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University or University of California, including both of the following:
(A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
(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.
ADTs also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is not an acceptable grade for courses in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes:
After completing an Associate in Arts in Communications Studies for Transfer degree, a student will be able to:
- Apply theory and research findings in communication studies to their professional and personal relationships.
- Engage in professional public discourse with application of research, organization, reasoning and oral presentation.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Apply theory and research findings in communication studies to their professional and personal relationships.
- Engage in professional public discourse with application of research, organization, reasoning and oral presentation.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| CMUN 8 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| CMUN 3 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| CMUN 10 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| CMUN 5 | Fundamentals of Communication Studies | 3 |
| CMUN 2 | Oral Interpretation | 3 |
| CMUN 4 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| JOUR 10 | Mass Media and Society | 3 |
| CMUN 6 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| JOUR 16A | Writing for Print and Digital Media | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ANTH 3 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| SOC 1A | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ENGL 1B | Composition and Literature | 3 |
| orENGL C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| Total | ||