ELIGIBILITY: This degree is offered in association with Ensign College. Because BYU-Pathway’s partnership with Ensign College is new and systems are still being developed, eligibility for this degree will be scheduled in phases starting September 2021. Visit this page for more details.

The associate degree in applied communication provides students with the skills needed to gain employment or an internship. Students will develop skill in writing, public speaking, and the ability to identify communication methods that will best serve a variety of audiences.

This degree is developed and granted by Ensign College, with support and resources from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Outcomes

• Learn and apply fundamental communication principles using standard media messaging formats.
• Explain mass communication effects on public discourse, individuals, and institutions.
• Demonstrate techniques of public speaking, including message development, content, projection, tone, and delivery.
• Build, manage, and optimize digital communication strategies and tactics.
• Apply communication skills and knowledge to projects in various fields.

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Degree programs are made up of a series of certificates, general and religious education courses, and electives.

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