Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Speech Communication degree program requirements, graduates will:

1. Analyze linguistic patterns and processes, communication differences vs. disorders, the development, structure, and nature of human language, and its representation in speakers’ minds.
2. Explain how an individual’s culture, speaking patterns, and/or linguistic choices inform our understanding of the systems of language, communication, and/or matters of social justice.
3. Apply communication theories and skills to solve problems and/or achieve communication goals specific to interpersonal, family, group, career, or healthcare communication contexts.
4. Illustrate listening skills and strategies to increase understanding, enhance relationships, and/or to address a communication challenge.
5. Create and critically analyze messages as appropriate to the audience, purpose, and context.        

College Requirements:

English and Math proficient as determined by the CUNY Proficiency Index, unless otherwise exempt, or successful completion of any required developmental course(s).

Civic Engagement Experiences:

One (1) Civic Engagement experience satisfied by Civic Engagement Certified or Civic Engagement Component course or approved outside activity.

Writing Intensive Requirement:

One (1) Writing Intensive Course  in any discipline is required. 

Required Core (4 Courses, 12 Credits):

When Required Core courses are specified for a category, they are strongly suggested and/or required for the major

* Note: You may elect to take a math or science course that is 4 credits or more. TAP counts 3 credits towards the requirements and the 4th credit as an elective.

• ENG 1200 - Composition I 3 Credit(s)
• ENG 2400 - Composition II 3 Credit(s)
• Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning Course 3 Credit(s) *
• Life & Physical Sciences Course 3 Credit(s) *

Flexible Core (6 Courses, 18 Credits):

When Flexible Core courses are specified for a category, they are strongly suggested and/or required for the major

One course from each Group A to E. and one (1) additional course from any group

No more than two courses can be selected from the same discipline

Major Requirements (3 Courses, 9 Credits):

• SPE 2400 - Career Communication 3 Credit(s)
• SPE 2500 - Small Group Communication 3 Credit(s)
• SPE 2700 - Oral Interpretation 3 Credit(s)

Concentrations (4 to 5 Courses, 12 to 17 Credits):

Select one (1) of the following concentrations:

Electives:

4 to 15 credits sufficient to meet required total of 60 credits

Total Credits: 60