Speech and Public Relations
Speech Communication
Major
"Communication as a discipline, now includes interpersonal, small group, organizational, intercultural, international, public, mass, and mediated communication. The study of communication considers how people communicate as individuals, in society, and in various cultures" (Association for Communication Administration, August 1995). A communication degree prepares students for careers across government, industry, business, and future academic work in a variety of graduate and professional programs.
A Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science with a major in Speech Communication requires completion of 124 hours including 1) general education component, 2) specific degree requirements, 3) a major as described below, and 4) a minor as arranged through the student's minor advisor.
Speech Communication Major Checksheet
Please see the University Bulletin for full course information.
The Four-Year Program of Study is a plan designed by academic departments to assist you in mapping a program of study to meet all degree requirements for graduation from UCA within four years.
Minor
A minor in Speech Communication may be obtained by completing 21 hours of required credits.
University of Central Arkansas
Department of Speech and Public Relations
201 Donaghey Avenue, Win Thompson Hall 204
Conway, AR 72035-0001
Phone: (501) 450-3202