BA Communication Studies

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Education – FHE

Department: Literary Cultural & Communication Studies – LCCS

Level: BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) – BA

Description:

The BA degree in Communication Studies serves as a platform for careers in the fields of advertising, corporate communication, events management, journalism and careers in other media, marketing, public relations, and more The areas where Communication Studies can be an asset are limitless.

The skills gained from the theoretical and research methods component of the programme and participation in active research will contribute to a fulfilling postgraduate career. The programme also provides the acumen for conducting research for the public as well as the private sector(s) in the areas of social development, organisational behaviour, public policy, educational research and numerous other areas. In addition to traditional jobs, new media are providing a stage for budding, creative, entrepreneurial thinkers.

CSEC Minimum passes: 5

CSEC Mandatory: English Language, Mathematics

CAPE Minimum passes: 2

Career Opportunities: Advertising; Business; Communications; Consultancy; Education, Human Resources; Public Relations; Social Services; Technical Writing; Government; Journalism; Television/Film Production, Public Relations; Event Promotion; Publishing