Communication
The Power of Communication
College of the Redwoods’ communication courses offer the knowledge and skill to critically analyze diverse forms of communication in a wide array of contexts.
Courses in public speaking, oral interpretation of literature, mass communication, and communication theory will help you understand how communication works in different public and professional contexts—and give you valuable skills to both hear and be heard by others.
Studying interpersonal, intercultural, and small group communication will raise your awareness of different communication strategies and help you practice them to improve the quality of your personal, professional, and academic relationships.
An Associate Degree for Transfer in Communication Studies is a springboard to many fields, including education, business management, communication management, journalism, law enforcement, political science, public policy and administration, social work, public relations, advertising, broadcasting, and finance.
Whether you are seeking a degree or just taking a single elective, studying communication and practicing what you’ve learned can help you become a more successful, effective, and ethical human being.
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Program Information
The Associate in Art in Communication Studies for Transfer at College of the Redwoods prepares students to seamlessly pursue a bachelor’s degree at most CSU campuses, and provides students with the foundation needed to prepare them to branch out into an array of upper division or graduate specializations.
For a full list of CSUs accepting this transfer degree, check out www.adegreewithaguarantee.com.
A degree in communications opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities across multiple industries. Here are some top fields where your skills can shine:
- Marketing
- Media Relations
- Public Relations (PR)
- Advertising
- Journalism
- Sports Reporting
- Law
- Education
- Technical Writing
These roles allow you to utilize your communication expertise in dynamic, fast-paced environments, making a real impact through storytelling, strategic messaging, and digital engagement.