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.

PATH General Education Credits Required for a BA in Communications, Digital Production & Cinema Studies Concentration

30
To satisfy the PATH general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and PATH general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor

First Year

Course Credits
COM 0108-102
Communication Theory
BA Communications/PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
COM 0108-225
Basic Media Production
BA Communications/PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
FYS 0952-110
First Year Seminar
PATH General Education Requirement
4 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3 credits
ENG 0122-107
Art & Craft of Writing
PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
Total for Semester 16 credits
Course Credits
COM 0108-103
History of Media & Communications
BA Communications/PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3-4 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3 credits
COM 0108-131
History of Cinema
Concentration/PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
Total for Semester 15-16 credits

Second Year

Course Credits
Foreign Language Course¹
Level I
BA Communications/PATH General Education Requirement
4 credits
COM 0108-330
Video 1
Concentration/PATH General Education Requirement
3 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3-4 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3 credits
COM 0108 Elective
Select 1 course
BA Communications Requirement
3 credits
Total for Semester 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
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3-4 credits
COM 0108 Elective
Select 1 course

Concentration Requirement
3 credits
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3 credits
Total for Semester 15-16 credirs
  • Attend and Explore New York event! Check out MyAULife for events from the SCE, SAB, and more trips into the city
  • Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are a part of.
  • Attend the Communications Department Career Expo to hear from recent department alumni.
  • Submit a project to a competitive film festival.
  • Start learning about study abroad opportunities.
  • Join a Greek Life or Social Fellowship organization! Learn how you can find your home here.
  • 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/PATH 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
PATH Elective
PATH Course Requirements and Learning Goals
3-4 credits
General Elective 3 credits
Total for Semester 15-16 credits
Course Credits
Language Course
Level IV
BA Communications Requirement
3 credits
COM 0108-430
Video 2
Concentration Requirement
3 credits
COM 0108-493
Professional Internship
BA Communications requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
Total for Semester 15 credits
  • If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
  • Apply to Lambda Pi Eta (national communications honor society).
  • Submit a project to the Adelphi Research and Creative Works Conference.
  • Move “begin to look for internships” to year 3 fall.
  • Engage in study abroad or alternative spring break. Set up your LinkedIn profile. Apply for a summer internship with the Jaggar Community Fellows Program. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni.
  • 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
Total for Semester 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
Total for Semester 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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