Communication Studies
Communication Theory
COMM101
This course examines concepts and contexts relevant to the study of human communication. Specifically, this course explores basic elements in the communication process as they occur in the context of interpersonal relationships, groups and organizations, public speaking, media, and various cultural contexts.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Interpersonal Communication
COMM105
This introductory communication skills course helps students develop competencies in diverse social and professional communication. Students engage in activities and assignments that focus on diversity, perception, listening skills and conflict management skills.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Effective Speaking
COMM110
This course provides students with an introduction to the fundamentals of rhetoric and how they are applied in oral communication, and how these principles and concepts lead to effective public speaking. Students learn how to prepare, arrange, and deliver a variety of presentations for an audience. Emphasis is placed on the research process, organizational patterns, audience analysis, and types of presentational aids.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Corequisite: None
Effective Speaking (Honors section)
COMM110H
This course helps students build confidence in preparing and delivering informative and persuasive speeches. Topics include subject selection, audience analysis, research, organization, and use of voice and body in speech delivery.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better); admission to the Honors@Bucks program
Corequisite: None
Media and Society
COMM111
Students examine the relationships between technology, industries, content, and users active in modern media. All students, particularly those who specialize in communication, multimedia, and journalism, build skills in media analysis, research, and writing through this college-level course.
3 credits
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Intercultural Communication
COMM215
Students develop cross-cultural competency by examining how different cultural backgrounds communicate based on the value systems, worldviews, and narratives that ground them. The course emphasizes major demographic and societal shifts occurring in the 21st century resulting in growing diversity and interconnectedness throughout the world.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Corequisite: None