BA/BS in Communication and Media Studies

Communication Studies at Westmont explores how people influence one another through speech, relationships and media. Coursework draws on theory and research while asking how Christian faith informs the way students communicate. New students are advised to start with Messages, Meaning, and Culture, and to take Public Speaking early because it also satisfies a general education writing and speech requirement. In the second year, a research methods course is required and serves as a prerequisite for several later classes. Students then choose courses that fit the major's category requirements. Advisors help them plan major courses, general education and off-campus study together.