Communication Studies 

Major Overview 

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (BACS) degree builds on the academic tradition and strong communications curriculum provided at ACM and its study abroad institute, IAU. With its location in a dynamic artistic environment, studies in communications benefit from an intense critical perspective at the heart of IAU’s educational mission. Experienced and cultured faculty push students to see the world in unique and original perspectives, drawing on the creative arts, journalism, and historical presentation. As a part of ACM’s ‘Social Issues Across the Curriculum’ initiative, students and faculty weave topics related to race, class, and gender into everyday discussion both in and out of the classroom.  

Additionally, during their undergraduate career, students will participate in ACM’s Global Diversity (GD) requirement, taking at least one course that meets the GD requirement, which focuses on exploring and analyzing typically underrepresented groups of people on the global stage and incorporate international and cross-cultural studies. These experiences allow graduates holding a BACS to enter the global workforce with a wealth of knowledge gained through experiential learning. 

Course Requirements 

ACM’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies requires students to satisfy the ACM Core Curriculum and the following major requirements: 

Lower-Division, Communications and Expression, 15 credits required 

Upper-Division Communications Studies, 30 credits required 

January Term Seminar (3 credits) 

Total Major Credits: 48