First Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY) 1(Offered continuously, Required for progression) | 3 | 010 | ||
| MATH 1342 - Elementary Statistical Methods (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 020 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1302 - Composition II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 010 | ||
| SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication (FY) 1(Offered continuously, Required for progression) | 3 | 090 |
Spring Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1301 - United States History I (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 | ||
| SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1302 - United States History II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 | ||
| SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAM 1310 - Theater Appreciation | 3 | 050 | ||
| Choose any course from the Language, Philosophy, or Culture Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 040 |
Second Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | - | ||
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 030 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications | 3 | - | ||
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Offered continuously, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 030 |
Spring Semester
Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2305 - Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| SPAN 1411 - Beginning Spanish I (FY) 1, 2(Offered continuously, Required for progression, Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 4 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2306 - Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| SPAN 1412 - Beginning Spanish II 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 4 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose any course in the Social or Behavioral Science Core 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 080 | ||
| University Transfer Course 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 1-3 | - |
Important Notes
Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AA Communication Studies degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Transfer Outlook
AA Communication Studies (COMM) can lead to university transfer for:
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
- 7-12 Teaching Certification in Speech
Important: AA COMM students interested in these bachelor's degrees must work with a Communications faculty advisor or academic advisor to determine transferable coursework.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
- Reporter/Correspondent: $23,389 (Associate Degree required)
- Public Relations Specialist: $20,895 (Associate Degree required)
- Public Relations Manager: $69,224 (Bachelor's Degree required)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/