Undergraduate Courses
Students majoring in communication must complete a minimum of 30 credits in communication (COMM) courses at the 2000 level or above. These credits include core courses, research methods, a writing-intensive course, immersion courses, and electives.
Course Offerings
We offer seven course series where you can build your expertise in a given area or mix and match areas based on your interests:
Develop skills for effective communication in professional settings, including public speaking, organizational communication, and professional writing. Perfect for students aiming to excel in workplace interactions and leadership roles.
Explore the dynamics of one-on-one and small-group communication. Learn about relationship building, conflict resolution, and effective listening in both personal and professional contexts.
Delve into how media shapes perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors. Study audience engagement, media influence, and the social impact of communication technologies.
Examine communication practices within specific social, cultural, and organizational contexts. Topics include health communication, crisis communication, and intercultural communication.
Master the art of influencing others through strategic messaging. Courses cover advertising, public relations, and advocacy campaigns tailored to various audiences.
Understand the role of emerging technologies in communication. Topics include digital media, online collaboration, and the societal impact of tech innovations in communication.
Learn to create, design, and produce multimedia content. Courses focus on video production, graphic design, and storytelling techniques for diverse platforms.
For a complete list of Department of Communication courses, please visit the UConn Catalog website.
Academic Year 2024-2025
3420. Health Communication
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: COMM 1000. Recommended preparation: COMM 2300 or 2500.
Grading Basis: Graded
Overview of health communication, including health behavior change interventions, emergency communication, risk assessment, media influences, provider-patient communication, socialization and identity, stereotyping, social support, diverse populations, and new communication technologies.