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Communication (Minor)

Build foundational communication skills with a minor in Communication. Gain expertise in research, media and interpersonal communication to complement any major.
Type: Minor
Format: In-Person
Credit Hours: 18
College: College of Arts and Sciences
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The Communication minor requires 18–21 credit hours, including core courses in communication theory, research methods and practical applications. Students select electives in areas such as mass communication, argumentation, technology and interpersonal communication, preparing them for careers or further study where strong communication skills are essential.

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2025-Spring 2026 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Minor in Communication
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
Department: Communication
Academic Plan Code(s): COMMMINOR

Admission to the minor in Communication requires completion of COMM 201 with a grade of C or better and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Program Requirements

COMM 201Introduction to Communication Studies - SB3
COMM 316Research Methods 13
Select one of the following courses: 3
COMM 303
Introduction to Communication Technologies
COMM 304
Argument In Everyday Life
COMM 305
Introduction to Mass Communication
COMM 315
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
Communication electives at the 200-level or above 29-12
Minimum Total Hours18-21

 At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville.

1

Or another social science methods course

2

Students must complete 12 hours of Communication electives if the social science methods course is taken in another discipline.