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Bachelor of Arts: Communications

updated: 06-Apr-08

TUITION: 
International Students:  £5,000 per semester  
EU Students:  £3,000 per year
 

DATES: January - May - September

Dear Prospective Student

Communication - the movement of information - makes and shapes our social, economic and cultural life. In a world dominated by large organizations and mass media, information is power, and understanding communication - knowing how information moves - may be the most powerful information of all.

The Communications major explores all aspects of communication, placing particular emphasis on mass media and media production. Students examine the processes and effects of communication in cross-cultural, interpersonal, political, organizational and artistic contexts. They also study the rapid changes in technology currently reshaping communication practices everywhere. By providing a deep understanding of modern communication and valuable practical skills, a Huron Bachelor’s degree in Communications equips graduates for a broad range of careers in the media, business, public service, and the arts.

The degree gives students a wide range of academic options. Students are able to combine a variety of courses across disciplines including: studio & performance arts, cultural studies, marketing, public relations, advertising and digital media. The major is designed to allow students to concentrate on their own specific interests, or to select courses from across the whole range.

The personal advising system on the degree ensures that individual students can tailor their degree and choice of courses to meet their specific demands. Huron offers a level of student service that no large university could achieve. Every student meets regularly with his/her advisor to discuss academic progress and to choose appropriate courses for the next semester. The Communications department takes great pride in its ability to offer a truly interactive program: small class sizes, plenty of group work, and faculty who are always available and willing to commit to one-on-one tutoring.

Yours sincerely
Mr. Jon Mided
Head of Department
Communications and Arts

PROGRAM DETAILS

Communication - the movement of information - makes and shapes our social, economic and cultural life. In a world dominated by large organizations and mass media, information is power, and understanding communication - knowing how information moves - may be the most powerful information of all.

The Communications major explores all aspects of communication, placing particular emphasis on mass media and media production. Students examine the processes and effects of communication in cross-cultural, interpersonal, political, organizational and artistic contexts. They also study the rapid changes in technology currently reshaping communication practices everywhere. By providing a deep understanding of modern communication and valuable practical skills, a Huron Bachelor’s degree in Communications equips graduates for a broad range of careers in the media, business, public service, and the arts.

The degree gives students a wide range of academic options. Students are able to combine a variety of courses across disciplines including: studio & performance arts, cultural studies, marketing, public relations, advertising and digital media. The major is designed to allow students to concentrate on their own specific interests, or to select courses from across the whole range.

Individual Advising
The personal advising system on the degree ensures that individual students can tailor their degree and choice of courses to meet their specific demands. Huron offers a level of student service that no large university could achieve. Every student meets regularly with his/her advisor to discuss academic progress and to choose appropriate courses for the next semester. The Communications department takes great pride in its ability to offer a truly interactive program: small class sizes, plenty of group work, and faculty who are always available and willing to commit to one-on-one tutoring.

 
Practical Learning and Career Prospects
The major is intended for students with academic and career interests in international media, entertainment and the arts, publishing and journalism, advertising, marketing and public relations, tourism and heritage, and many types of government or public service. The interdisciplinary program will introduce you to all aspects of the arts and media through a variety of approaches.

Students are encouraged to take advantage of our experiential learning program which integrates work experience into the academic program. Internship placements allow for students to gain first hand experience in a wide variety of global media companies.

The main objectives of the major are:

	To provide a broad overview of the theory and practice of communication in a global context
	To give students practical skills in media production which can help them gain entry to a higher degree or work opportunity
	To provide the critical framework and vocabulary which will enable students to analyze the use of communication
	To offer an understanding of communication which encourages students to explore their own areas of interest from a creative perspective