Communications - Dean College

Communications from Dean College is a Campus Associate Media Studies degree that prepares you for a Communications career. The Communications major is designed to prepare students for either transfer to a four-year institution or an entry level position in the areas of broadcast or print media . Courses offered combine theoretical learning and hands-on training. This program emphasizes the discipline needed to succeed in the communications industry. A variety of communications skills may be obtained by working in College media such as the 175-watt stereo radio station (WGAO 88.3 FM), or in the College's video studio. These experiences, coupled with classroom studies and field work at area radio stations and television stations, provide students with a solid foundation in production, on-air broadcasting, programming, news gathering, taping, and sales. The Communications major prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions, leading to exciting and challenging careers in various media fields. These areas include: arts and entertainment management, radio, television, newspapers, magazines, public relations, or advertising. This program provides students with both theory and hands-on experience so they are better equipped to choose their career path. Learning Goals Upon successful completion of the Communications major, students will be able to: detail and explain key historical elements of radio and television broadcasting. synthesize and describe five ways the mass media impacts their lives. create and produce effective audio and video presentations. These will be done adhering to a specific purpose by utilizing knowledge gained throughout each course. produce independent work in at least two of the following areas: (a) radio broadcasting; (b) video production; (c) news and sports broadcasting. View more details on Dean College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Media Studies courses.