Communication Arts and Sciences
Communication Arts and Sciences is committed to the study, teaching, and practice of human communication for the betterment of Pennsylvania, the nation, and the world. Using methods and theories that span the humanities and social sciences, we create knowledge about the role of communication in diverse interpersonal, communal, national, international, and cultural settings. Our research is integral to our educational mission: to promote greater understanding of and facility with oral, written, and nonverbal communication.
Degree Types: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Minor
Degree Options
Degree Concentrations
- BA option: Foundations, Scholarship, and Practice
Popular Double Majors or Minors
- Political Science
- Philosophy
- Journalism
About the Program
Why should I pursue this degree?
You might like this program if…
- You want to learn about the importance of human communication from a scientific perspective.
- You want to learn how to craft effective messages for different types of audiences.
- You want to develop critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze data in order to understand how messages influence audiences.
- You want to acquire theories, methods, and practical tools to understand the roots of social conflict and help change them through improved practices of communication.
Coursework
Opportunities to explore the following topics:
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
- Persuasion and Propaganda
- Interpersonal Communication
- Rhetoric and Law
- Intercultural Communication
Out-of-Classroom Experiences
Internships
- The Michael J. Fox Foundation
- Capitol Advocates
- Altria
- Pittbsurgh Steelers
- U.S. Department of State
- Ally Bank
- Deloitte
- Highmark Health
Education Abroad Destinations
Austria
Ireland
Italy
Spain
Post-Graduation Opportunities
Continuing Education
- Law school
- MBA
- Graduate school to study clinical psychology, education theory, human resources, human rights, marketing communicaiton research, public administration, and international affairs
Alumni Industries
Communications, Consulting, Education, Government, Human Resources, Management, Research, Service, Social Justice and Advocacy
Have questions about this program?
Future students, contact Chantel Harley.
Current students, contact your academic adviser.Â
This program is housed in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences
at Penn State University Park.