Communication Studies
 
 
The Major in Communication Studies is administered by The Department of English. It draws upon a variety of disciplines to provide students with a critical understanding of the role media and communication technologies play in culture and society. Courses focus on the analysis of media and communication technologies, the mass circulation of ideas and information, the relationship between communication and society, and the transformation of mass forms of popular culture. In addition to exploring the historical developments of media and communication, the program introduces students to emerging theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of contemporary media. Core courses in Communication Studies provide students with knowledge of key traditions in communication studies and cover a series of critical themes that are intended to guide students throughout the program.
Communication Studies course descriptions are found at the end of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences section under Course Descriptions, English, Communication Studies and are designated by CMST.
Advising
Due to the nature of interdisciplinary programming, students must carefully plan their course selection and regularly consult with the Undergraduate Liaison for the program (Dr. Dwayne Avery) or with  the Manager of Academic Programs for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Ms. Renée Shute).
Previous Calendar Regulations
In accordance with UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS - Degree and Departmental Regulations, Year of Degree and Departmental Regulations - Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and Faculty of Science, candidates for a Major in Communication Studies will normally follow regulations in effect in the academic year in which the student first completes a course in that subject at the 2000-level or above which may be applied to the major or minor program respectively. However, the student may elect to follow subsequent regulations introduced during the student's tenure in a program. These "grandparented" students are encouraged to consult the program’s designated academic advisor for assistance with course selection.
Program Academic Advisor
Students are invited to contact the Undergraduate Liaison. Please see http://www.mun.ca/hss/about/contact/liaisons.php for current contact information.
Communication Studies Major
Communication Studies Major
Declaring the Major in Communication Studies
Students wishing to declare a Major in Communication Studies shall consult with the Program Liaison to discuss the requirements of the program. Information about declaring a program of study in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at  www.mun.ca/arts/programs/undergraduate/ideclare.php.
Regulations for the Major in Communication Studies
See regulations in the relevant section of University Calendar. Note that changes to this program take effect as of September 2018. Students may follow the program in effect when they began their major or follow the following revised program but are not permitted to mix the two.
Details about the revised program
1. A Major in Communication Studies consists of all of the requirements of the Bachelor of Arts program, including a minimum of 36 credit hours in courses in Table 1 below, as follows: