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Communication Arts Major

Communication Arts Major

Changes during the last 25 years in the way we communicate rival any similar period in human history. As a student in our program, you will be prepared for careers in what is nothing short of a global communication revolution. You will have opportunities to hone your creative and practical skills through work on the campus’ traditional and web-based publications, internships tailored to your interests, student-managed events, social media campaigns and audiovisual production. We even offer you free reign in a studio with facilities designed for you to create what most interests you beyond your class assignments: 3-D printing, video production, photography and much more. As a result, you will be able to develop a significant portfolio of materials to demonstrate your gained skills and work experience to potential employers.

46

Credits to earn a major

24

Credits to earn a minor

Exclusive access to dedicated media labs and equipment

Faculty Spotlight

Our faculty will share with you the theories and philosophies that drive media and you will observe the way the world communicates through various media channels. You will develop creative and critical thinking skills to practice communication arts in the field, lab or studio — all under the guidance of our uniquely experienced faculty and other experts, and ultimately on your own.

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Real-world Learning Opportunities

Student Media: The Witness & TheQuake Wilmington College Radio
Would you like to host your own radio show or write about current events for an audience of over 1,000 people? Our Communication Arts program is host to The Quake College Radio and The Witness, Wilmington College’s student newspaper. Students, faculty and staff provide all programming for The Quake, hosting shows such as Quaker ChordsRebels on RadioGood Vibes and The Leppards. Learn more and tune in at www.wilmingtonquakeradio.com. Similarly, The Witness is fully written, edited and produced by our talented students who take on the hot topics of campus.

Major Core Curriculum

Here’s a sample of the coursework you will complete for the Communication Arts major.

Course NumberCourse Name
CA131MASS MEDIA IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY
CA185 MEDIA PRACTICUM
CA230BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY
CA233COMMUNICATION THEORY AND CONCEPT
CA234PUBLIC SPEAKING
CA241BASIC WEB DESIGN
CA330COPYWRITING AND COPY EDITING
CA332FOUNDATIONS OF DIGITAL DESIGN
CA336BROADCAST MEDIA
CA337ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
CA350TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION ARTS
CA363PUBLIC AND MEDIA RELATIONS
CA364SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT
CA365ADVANCED DIGITAL JOURNALISM
CA385MEDIA PRACTICUM
CA470INTERNSHIP
CA495SENIOR STUDIO

Degree Requirements

Program Format:
On Campus
Credits Required:
46
Time to Complete:
Four years

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