Communications BA, Digital Production & Cinema Studies Concentration Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Communications. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Communications, Digital Production & Cinema Studies Concentration
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication with a concentration in Digital Production & Cinema Studies requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Communications, Digital Production & Cinema Studies Concentration
42
To qualify as a major, 42 credits are required. 12 credits are core requirements in communications and 9 credits are taken as electives. 21 credits are required in the concentration. Additionally, up to 12 credits may be taken in a foreign language.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Communications, Digital Production & Cinema Studies Concentration
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| COM 0108-102 Communication Theory BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108-225 Basic Media Production BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| COM 0108-103 History of Media & Communications BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quantitative Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Gen Ed Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108-131 History of Cinema Concentration/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the
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- Hit the ground running by learning as much as you can about film history and cinematic skills, and making it your goal to ace your classes!
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Course¹ Level I BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| COM 0108-330 Video 1 Concentration/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Humanities Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course BA Communications Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
¹Students may elect to sit for department exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course BA Communications Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quantitative Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| COM 0108-325 Cinematography Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credirs |
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- Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Communications/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course BA Communications Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Language Course Level IV BA Communications Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Volunteer in the Panther Pantry! Give back to the Adelphi community and address food insecurity needs, learn more here!
- Apply to be an Resident Assistant!
- Begin to look for internships and have your resume reviewed by the Center for Career and Professional Development. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| COM 0108-303 Pre Production Workshop Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| COM 0108 Elective Select 1 course Concentration Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| COM 0108-470 Advanced Production Workshop Concentration Capstone |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, apply to be a Resident Assistant
- Apply to be a Commuter Assistant! Be a mentor to the commutter population at Adelphi and mentor fellow commmuters as they explore Adelphi.
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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