Bachelor of Science in Communication
Chicago, USA
DURATION
126 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
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Introduction
Students majoring in communication focus on projects with practical implications, learning to work as part of a team, communicate across disciplines, and build an impressive portfolio to launch their careers.
Students in the Bachelor of Science in Communication program can choose from three specializations: professional and technical communication, journalism of science, and journalism of technology and business.
We are one of a few programs in the country that will train you to be a subject-matter expert in addition to teaching you how to write solid copy. Our journalism students learn from experts in technology, science, and professional communication.
Regardless of which specialization you choose, all communication majors will develop fluency in the social and cultural aspects of communication, the latest computer technologies, and strategies for information design—all critical tools for today's communicators.
Program Overview
As a communication major, you'll hone your writing and editing skills, be trained on the latest communication technologies, and choose one specialization area: professional and technical communication, journalism of science, or journalism of technology and business.
Program Specializations
- Journalism of Science
- Journalism of Technology and Business
- Professional and Technical Communication
Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country
As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).
We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.
Want some more great reasons?
- On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
- We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
- 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
- The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938
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Curriculum
Required Courses
Communication Requirements ---- ---- (9)
- COM 371 ---- ---- Persuasion ---- ---- 3
- COM 377 ---- ---- Communication Law Ethics ---- ---- 3
- COM 425 ---- ---- Editing ---- ---- 3
Portfolio
General Communications Requirements ---- ---- (18)
Select a minimum of six courses from the following: ---- ---- 18
- COM 301 ---- ---- Introduction Linguistics ---- ---- 3
- COM 330 ---- ---- Standards-Based Web Design ---- ---- 3
- COM 372 ---- ---- Mass Media Society ---- ---- 3
- COM 380 ---- ---- Topics in Communication (Organizational Communication) ---- ---- 3
- COM 380 ---- ---- Topics in Communication (Communication/Media Theory) ---- ---- 3
- COM 421 ---- ---- Technical Communication ---- ---- 3
- COM 428 ---- ---- Verbal Visual Communications ---- ---- 3
- COM 435 ---- ---- Intercultural Communication ---- ---- 3
- COM 440 ---- ---- Introduction to Journalism ---- ---- 3
Communication/Technical Electives ---- ---- (18)
Select a minimum of six courses ---- ---- 18
Science and Technology in Society (STS Elective) ---- ---- (6)
Select six credit hours ---- ---- 6
Introduction to the Profession ---- ---- (3)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section E ---- ---- 3
Science Requirements ---- ---- (10)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section D ---- ---- 10
Mathematics Requirement ---- ---- (6)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section D ---- ---- 6
Computer Science Requirement ---- ---- (2)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section D ---- ---- 2
Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements ---- ---- (21)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, sections B and C ---- ---- 21
Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) ---- ---- (6)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section E ---- ---- 6
Minor Electives ---- ---- (15)
Select 15 credit hours ---- ---- 15
Free Electives ---- ---- (12)
Select 12 credit hours ---- ---- 12
Total Credit Hours ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 126
Career Opportunities
With a communication degree from Illinois Tech, you will enter the workforce ready for any number of roles, including:
- Science reporter
- Business reporter
- Social media manager
- Web design and development
- Technical writing and editing
- Public relations and marketing
- Information architecture
- Instructional design