Frequently Asked Questions about SCMS
What degrees do you offer?
There are two Bachelor of Arts degrees: the Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies.
What are the sequences?
The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies is a unified curriculum that includes one sequence: Communication Studies.
The Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies includes two distinct sequences: Film & Media and Journalism.
What do you mean by sequence?
A sequence is a focused course of study that prepares students for specific career paths.
What careers do particular sequences prepare me for?
Communication Studies—law, politics, and public relations, human relations training, and general liberal arts.
Film & Media—film and video production and studies (history, theory, criticism), animation, and new media industries.
Journalism—print, broadcast, and electronic journalism.
Do all sequences have the same minimum requirements?
Check the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Atlantic Catalog and your Academic Advisor for more information.
If I start in one sequence, can I transfer to another?
Yes, you can, but it may mean taking more credit hours to meet new requirements.
Is it possible to follow two sequences at the same time?
Yes, however, it will involve additional semester hours beyond the normal 120 required for graduation.