Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communications

Communication shapes our world. Learn how to analyze and craft messages effectively and ethically.

Why Study Communications at TESU?

At Thomas Edison State University (TESU), our Bachelor’s of Arts (B.A.) degree program in Communications prepares adults for career change or advancement in the field of communications. You'll explore the aspects of creating, transmitting and analyzing messages. You'll look at how communications flow through individuals, groups, organizations and societies as well as develop a deeper understanding of communications. You may focus on courses relating to oral communications and/or mass media communications. Our fully online, flexible program will also give you a solid foundation in traditional liberal arts.

What You'll Learn

In the program you'll learn how to:

• Apply communication concepts and theories to real-world problems within one or more industries.
• Create messages adapted for the audience, context and purpose.
• Critically analyze media messages.
• Demonstrate communication technologies and techniques.
• Apply ethical communication principles and practices.
• Synthesize research within the communications field using quantitative and qualitative methodologies.

Once you build a strong liberal arts foundation in your core general education courses, you'll take focused communications courses and electives in a variety of areas including:

• Communication Theory
• Introduction to Mass Communications
• Communication in the Digital Age
• Interpersonal Communication
• Intercultural Communication

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Turn Your Experience Into Credits

As an adult learner, you bring a wealth of experience and training that can’t be found in a classroom. We believe that many of these experiences have given you college-level knowledge that may translate into college credit. Whether you served in the military or worked in industry, learn how TESU can help put you on the path toward earning your college degree even faster with our flexible ways to earn credit.

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Transfer Credits to TESU

Have you earned college credit from high school or another higher education institution? TESU helps make sure your hard work counts. Our generous credit transfer options can help you move your education goals forward, saving valuable time and money. Learn more about transferring credit.

Tuition & Financial Aid

TESU is dedicated to your success and can help put your goals of earning your college degree within reach with our academic excellence, flexible online structure, multiple start dates and exceptional value. We offer financial aid assistance and scholarship opportunities to help ease your out-of-pocket expenses and make earning your degree accessible.

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Take the Next Steps

Are you ready to advance your career with a college degree?

Enroll with our online application process and take the next step toward achieving your goals at TESU.

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Bachelor’s to Master’s Program

The B.A. degree in Communications can give you the experience you need to advance your career in a wide range of job markets. At TESU, you can take your studies to the next level and pursue your Master’s degree in a variety of areas. No matter what your career goals are, TESU can help you gain the knowledge you need to be successful in a rapidly changing communications industry.

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