Associate of Science Degree in Communications and Mass Media
(60 Credits)
Hybrid Modality: At least 51% online
Program Description
The Associate of Science in Communications and Mass Media program is a 60 credit hour program that prepares students to assume low level entry positions in either the mass media industry or in the media department of any company or non-profit organization.
The program introduces students to the dynamic and multifaceted media industry with courses on photography, radio, film, and web-based media. Students develop media literacy and basic production skills. The program offers courses that combine theoretical approaches with practical application of knowledge into curricula.
Program Learning Objectives
- Identify basic visual content under the framing elements of media design and current technology applications.
- Analyze text and media strategy to become ethical driven and media literate.
- Interpret written, spoken and electronic messages applying basic theories of mass and public communication.
- Apply UIC’s holistic approach in every communication medium.
- Create scripts for radio and web-based media.
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Curriculum
| Course
Number |
Course Title | Online Component | Credit
Hours |
| General Education Credits | 15 | ||
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 53.33% | 3 |
| ENC 1101 | English Composition I | 53.33% | 3 |
| ENC 1102 | English Composition II | 53.33% | 3 |
| EUH 1000 | Western Civilization | 100% | 3 |
| BSC 1005 | General Biology | 53.33% | 3 |
| Core Credits | 18 | ||
| MMC 1000 | Introduction to Mass Communications & Media Literacy | 53.33% | 3 |
| SPC 1608 | Public Speaking | 53.33% | 3 |
| MMC 2126 | Radio and Podcasting | 53.33% | 3 |
| MAR 2101 | Social Media Campaigns | 53.33% | 3 |
| ENT 2612 | Entrepreneurial Creativity And Innovation | 53.33% | 3 |
| SLS 1205 | Self-Empowerment | 53.33% | 3 |
| Recommended Electives | 27 | ||
| COM 2100 | Business Communications | 53.33% | 3 |
| CIS 235 | Microsoft Technology Applications | 53.33% | 3 |
| PPE 2001 | Introduction to Personality | 53.33% | 3 |
| ARH2050 | Art History Survey I | 53.33% | 3 |
| DIG 2100 | Web Design | 53.33% | 3 |
| JOU 1000 | Introduction to Journalism | 53.33% | 3 |
| GRA 2190 | Graphic Design | 53.33% | 3 |
| PGY 1101 | Photography I | 53.33% | 3 |
| HLP 131 | Stress Management and Yoga | 53.33% | 3 |
| TOTAL: | 60 |
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