B.A. in Communication
Communication at Lasell
The B.A. in Communication major degree program prepares you to launch a successful career in media, communications, advertising, marketing, social media, and other communication fields. By blending theory with hands-on learning, the program immerses students in the study of communication, mass media, writing, and research.
Lasell offers an Accelerated Master's option to students so they can complete both their bachelor's degree and a Master of Science in Communications in as little as five years.
Program Features
- Students take courses in communications, digital media and professional communication, as well as opportunities to apply their knowledge through student media outlets including the 1851 Chronicle student newspaper, print and student-run WLAS radio station.
- Students complete at least one required internship and a capstone experience in which they develop a digital portfolio to showcase their skills and abilities in the field of communication.
- Students in this program have access to a multi-cam TV studio, green screen, post-production lab (equipped with Adobe CC including Premiere and AfterEffects), and professional lighting and sound kits.
What You'll Learn
From your first day, you’ll take courses in your major and advance towards graduation with a yearly plan. Not sure what classes to take? We’ll help you create the perfect plan.
Learning Outcomes
- Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences through writing, oral, and non-verbal methods in styles demanded by platform and discipline.
- Critically analyze the content, functions, effects, and ethics of media in a diverse, global society.
- Formulate applied communication research questions and employ quantitative or qualitative methods to gather, analyze, and share findings.
- Employ tools and technology within industry standards to plan, create, present, and evaluate professional communications.
- Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths and experiences relative to communication career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth.
For a complete list of courses and learning outcomes, view the Academic Catalog >>
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Career Success in the Communication Industry
The Communication major prepares media literate, digitally adept graduates to pursue careers in media, corporate communications, advertising, social media, and other communication fields.
Our students have interned with:
- Camera & jumbotron, TD Garden
- Content Writer, Giving Forward
- Podcast intern, Staples
- Production Assistant, WCVB
- Social Media intern, BVM sports
- PR intern, Kortenhaus Communications
Our alumni work for:
- Kraft Sports Group
- Marriott International
- Boston University
- MLB Network
- WHDH TV
- U.S. Department of Transportation Services