Communication Studies
A.A. Degree Communication Studies · Gavilan College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Communication is a vital part of today's world, whether a skill used professionally, socially or in your personal life. We welcome you to explore one of the many areas of Communication Studies by taking a class at Gavilan College. The Communication Studies AA degree will provide students with the knowledge and skill about human communication that can be applied to various contexts in life. Whether it be improving on public speaking skills, working with a culturally diverse group or developing skills to better communicate ones wants and needs to family and friends, the curriculum is academically structured to meet your needs based on the specific course that you choose.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CMUN 1A | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| CMUN 4 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| CMUN 8 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| CMUN 10 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| PSYC 10 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Choose one from the following: | ||
| CMUN 5 | Fundamentals of Communication Studies | 3 |
| JOUR 10 | Mass Media and Society | 3 |
| orSOC 10 | Mass Media and Society | 3 |
| GUID 27 | Contemporary Leadership | 3 |
| orPHIL 4 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| Choose one from the following: | ||
| CMUN 6 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| orPOLS 6 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| orPSYC 6 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| ANTH 3 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| SOC 1A | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 21 | Marriage and the Family | 3 |
| SOC 4 | Sociology of Gender | 3 |
| Total | ||