Communication

Why study communication?

Communication is one of the most important skills that employers seek. This field prepares students for leadership in a variety of careers including media, arts, marketing, public relations, customer service, journalism, and education.

A communication degree from Parkland College can provide you with the skills needed to succeed in your career.

At Parkland, you'll have the advantage of small class sizes. These are taught by master faculty—never teaching assistants. Your success is our priority.

Classes

Communication classes offered at Parkland College provide an excellent foundation. They are the same as those you would take at a four-year college or university. These classes provide students with essential theories and skills needed to succeed. While providing hands-on, real-world experiences that help build skills. View all available communication classes or watch the video below to learn more!

Will my classes transfer?

COM 103 will fulfill the oral communication general education requirement. Accepted Parkland College transfer classes are those with an even middle digit (such as ENG 101, MAT 128, and BIO 141). They transfer as general education classes, major courses, or electives. The transfer institution will determine these.  

Speak with an academic advisor or visit the Parkland Course Matrix for more information.

Curriculum

Parkland offers an Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in media communication. In addition to public and professional communication. This degree prepares you to transfer to earn a bachelor's or higher degree. 

Would you prefer to enter the workforce with a two-year degree? Consider the Associate in Applied Science degree in Media Arts and Production, Photography, or a certificate in Media Production.  

Learn more about how these classes fit into a transfer degree or the general education core curriculum (GECC).

Communication: Media Arts and Production

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
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Communication: Media Communication Concentration

Associate in Arts (A.A.)
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Communication: Media Production Certificate

Certificate (CER)
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Communication: Public and Professional Communication Concentration

Associate in Arts (A.A.)
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Photography

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
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