Courses (Overview)

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 2025-2026

3460. Sport Communication

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: COMM 1000. Recommended Preparation: COMM 2100 or 2300 or 2500. Not open for credit to students who have passed COMM 3498 when offered as Sports Communication.

Grading Basis: Graded

Communication theory and best practices in the realm of sport, with a focus on application to modern issues for organizations, athletes, and fans at varying levels of competition.