Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies in the Lew Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University offers students a unique, interdisciplinary opportunity to study communication. In our Communication Studies degree program, students gain an in-depth understanding of the ever-changing world of communication, while simultaneously focusing on skills that support their personal academic and career interests. Some of the communication skills obtained through this degree program include

• Communicating through multimedia;
• Communication policies and regulations;
• Managing client relationships; and
• Relationships between communication and the public.

Through our degree program’s cross-cultural curriculum, students learn practices and theories of communication through the lens of different departments within the college. And with the flexibility of our program, students will be able to explore the different roles communication plays in a variety of industries—from entrepreneurship and social movements to technology and advocacy. You also have the opportunity to make an impact and get directly involved with the program through promoting, recruiting and leading the Communication Studies major—creating a one-of-a-kind educational experience.

Communication Studies Thesis Concentration
The Communication Studies Thesis track is ideal for students who want an interdisciplinary curriculum that meets their individual interests but goes beyond the other tracks available in the program. The thesis track allows you to work individually with a faculty advisor from the Klein College department that best fits your interests to build a curriculum that is unique to you and your personal, educational and professional goals. The curriculum should contain five courses, four of which must be upper-level and include courses from at least three Klein College majors. Your personalized curriculum and the courses you select should be designed to lead to a senior-year thesis. Learn more about the Communication Studies Thesis track.