Undergraduate Major in Communication Studies

Communication & Health

Educational Goals

The communication and health course specialization provides skills and knowledge necessary for students to assume a range of roles in diverse settings. You will learn to develop, deliver, and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention programs and campaigns; to disseminate health information; and to develop, formulate and implement health policy initiatives. You will learn the theory and practice of communication as well as the basic elements of epidemiological and public health practices.

A list of courses that you can take to satisfy requirements for the Communication Studies major is listed on the back-side of each cluster along with a list of other relevant courses that you might consider taking while completing your degree requirements. These courses are often helpful for exploring possible minors or certificates.

Communication & Health Courses (pdf)

Potential Careers

Activities Director
Clinic or Laboratory Corporate Public Relations Director
Communications Manager for Federal Health Agencies
Drug Rehabilitation
Health Care Counselor
Health Communications Analyst
Health Educator
Health Personnel Educator
Health Facilities Fundraiser
Hospice Manager

Hospital or Laboratory Corporate Director of Communication
Marketing Director
Medical Center or Laboratory Corporate Publications Editor
Medical Grants Writer
Mental Health Counselor
Medical Training Supervisor
Public Administrator
Research Analyst
School Health Care Administrator
Social Worker

Note: This list serves as a representation of potential careers and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of possible options; some career options may require additional training, education or an advanced degree.