Steps to completion
- While completing your courses for the Communication Studies AA-T degree meet with a Communication Studies full-time faculty member to discuss course options. Begin this process as early as possible to ensure that you meet the necessary requirements.
- It is always recommended to regularly check the De Anza Catalog and consult with an academic counselor to ensure you are meeting all current requirements successfully.
- Also consult the Articulation & Transfer Services page regarding Transfer Degrees to ensure your application process is valid and complete.
Degree Requirements
Things to keep in mind:
- To receive an A.A.-T degree, all students must complete either the CSU GE or the IGETC general education pattern in full. See your academic counselor for more details.
- You must complete all courses with a grade of "C" or higher
- Courses marked with (H) may be offered as an Honors course, but either will fulfill the requirements for an AA-T Degree
- Students must complete a minimum of 90 CSU-transferable quarter units with an average GPA of 2.0.
- At least 18 units of the following "degree-applicable" courses must be completed at De Anza College
I: Complete ONE (1) course from the following
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 (H) | Public Speaking | 5 units |
| COMM 10 (H) | Fundamentals of Oral Communication | 5 units |
II. Complete the following
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 16 (H) | Interpersonal Communication | 5 units |
III: Complete THREE (3) courses from the following
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| JOUR 2 | Mass Communication and Its Impact on Society | 4 units |
| COMM 7 (H) | Intercultural Communication | 4 units |
| COMM 8 (H) | Argumentation and Critical Inquiry in Oral Communication | 5 units |
| COMM 15 (H) | Critical Decision Making in Groups | 5 units |
IV: Complete ONE (1) course from the following
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 9 (H) | Argumentation: Analysis of Oral and Written Communication | 5 units |
| COMM 70 (H) | Organizational Communication | 5 units |
Total units required for completion of degree
| Unit Type | Unit Description | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Communication Studies for Transfer | 28-29 units |
| Transfer GE | CSU GE or IGETC for CSU Pattern | 58 units |
| Electives | CSU-transferrable elective courses required when the major units plus transfer GE units total is less than 90 | |
| Total | 90 units |
Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information above, requirements do sometimes change. We recommend consulting course catalogs, the schedule of classes, and the Degree and Certificate Programs page.