A minor in communication offers a focused exploration of the fundamental principles and practices of effective communication across various contexts. It provides students with valuable skills in verbal and written communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal interactions. By complementing their primary field of study with a communication minor, students gain a versatile set of communication tools that can enhance their professional success in any career path.
Minor Requirements
- A minimum average GPA of 2.0 is required in courses used to satisfy the minor.
- At least 15 hours used in the minor must be earned at UCF within the Nicholson School of Communication and Media.
Prerequisite Courses
- Students must satisfy course prerequisites before enrolling.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
12 Total Credits
- Complete the following:
- COM3003 - Exploring Human Communication (3)
- COM3311 - Communication Research Methods (3)
- COM4120 - Organizational Communication (3)
- SPC3301 - Interpersonal Communication (3)
Restricted Electives
9 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- Complete at least 3 of the following:
- COM3402 - Communication Theory (3)
- COM4013 - Communication and the Family (3)
- COM4014 - Gender Issues in Communication (3)
- COM4022 - Principles of Health Communication (3)
- COM4026 - Current Issues in Communication (3)
- COM4110 - Business and Professional Communication (3)
- COM4332 - Communication, Technology, and Change (3)
- COM4416 - Terrorism and Communication (3)
- COM4461 - Intercultural Communication (3)
- COM4462 - Conflict Management (3)
- SPC3445 - Leadership Through Oral Communication (3)
- SPC3602 - Advanced Public Speaking (3)
- SPC4302 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication (3)
- SPC4426 - Group Dynamics (3)
- SPC4331 - Nonverbal Communication (3)
- SPC4513C - Argumentation and Debate (3)
- SPC4540 - Persuasion and Communication (3)
- Independent study or Special topics course if approved by the coordinator prior to enrolling in the class Credit Hours: 3 Additional restricted electives can be taken as approved by an advisor.
Grand Total Credits: 21
Total Undergraduate Credit Hours Required: 21Other Requirements
- Internship, co-op, or independent study credit can be used toward this minor with prior approval.
