Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies

The FOCUS Degree Completion program in communication studies allows you to complete your degree in less than two years by attending class one night a week on our St. Paul campus or at satellite locations in the Minneapolis St. Paul area.

A degree in communication studies allows you to develop basic communication skills in speaking, writing and public relations. Explore how to be an effective and ethical Christian communicator in today's society. Skills you'll gain include critical and creative thinking, research, writing, speechmaking, group facilitation and interviewing.

Our graduates have gone on to professional opportunities such as:

• Copywriter/copy editor
• Public administrator
• Public relations manager
• Event planner
• Press secretary
• Publications editor

The details

Including your previously earned college credits, the Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies is granted upon completion of 125 credits in core curriculum, major requirements, and electives. A minimum of 30 credits must be earned at Northwestern College; 40 credits must be in upper-level courses, half of which must be earned at Northwestern.

Courses are offered primarily on site at our St. Paul, Minnesota campus, or at other Twin Cities satellite venues.

For course descriptions and details about this major, download FOCUS Facts.

Some of the roles graduates have attained may require additional education or training.