The communication program at Northeastern gives students the introductory level course work required for most degrees. These courses provide students with insight into public presentation. This course work will benefit those students who wish to pursue careers in broadcasting, journalism, politics, law, public service, and education.
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ENG121ENG1021 |
English Composition I:GT-CO1 | 3 | |
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Emphasizes planning, writing, and editing/revisions of compositions, coupled with development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course includes a minimum of five compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/argumentative writing. This is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Prerequisite: College Readiness in English. (3-0) |
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ENG122ENG1022 |
English Composition II: GT-CO2 | 3 | |
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Expands and refines the objectives of English Composition I. Emphasizes critical/logical thinking and reading, problem definition, research strategies, and writing analytical, evaluative, and/or persuasive papers that incorporate research. This is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO2 category. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG1021 or ENG1031 with a "C" grade or better. (3-0) |
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OR you can take ENG1022 (ENG122) and a GT-CO3 course. |
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COM220COM2300 |
Intercultural Communication: GT-SS3 | 3 | |
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Provides a global view of communication across cultures and brings an awareness of how perception, language, race, verbal and nonverbal communication impact our behaviors, messages, and interactions. Emphasis is on developing effective and ethical cross-cultural communication skills while also building an appreciation for different cultures. This is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. (3-0) |
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COM115COM1150 |
Public Speaking | 3 | |
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Combines the basic theory of speech communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasizes on speech delivery, preparation, organization, support, audience analysis, and delivery. (3-0) |
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COM125COM1250 |
Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3 | 3 | |
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Examines the communication involved in interpersonal relationships occurring in family, social, and career situations. Relevant concepts include self-concept, perception, listening, nonverbal communication, and conflict. This is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. (3-0) |
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COM217COM2220 |
Group Communication: GT-SS3 | 3 | |
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Examines group communication theories with an emphasis on leadership and group behaviors. The course provides opportunities for group participation. This is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. (3-0) |
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Consult with a Northeastern Advisor and select the elective credits needed based on the specific articulation agreement and transfer institution requirements. The list of approved electives can be found on the Approved A.A.-A.S. Electives page.
Please Note: Additional COM courses beyond the 4 courses (12 credits) identified above may not count toward the Communication major at the receiving four-year institution.
