Program Overview
The Communication and Media Pathway under the Liberal Arts Transfer degree provides a structured sequence of courses that fulfill general education requirements while allowing students to delve into subjects such as interpersonal communication, media studies, and film. Students will engage with diverse perspectives and learn to analyze and produce content across various media platforms. The program is aligned with the MassTransfer guidelines, facilitating a seamless transition to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities. Upon graduation, you will earn a Liberal Arts Transfer Associate in Arts degree.
Embark on a path that combines academic rigor with practical skills in communication and media.
Program Highlights
- Courses are designed to meet MassTransfer requirements, ensuring smooth transfer to bachelor's degree programs.
- Opportunities to study specialized topics like media studies and film and popular culture.
- Emphasis on critical thinking, effective communication, and media literacy.
- Available at both Lynn and Danvers campuses, with day or evening classes to accommodate diverse student needs.
Program Details
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Upon completion of the LAT program, graduates will be able to:
The Liberal Arts - Communication and Media Pathway program offers students a focused curriculum designed to prepare them for transfer to four-year institutions and careers in various communication fields. This program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, effective communication, and media literacy skills essential in today's information-rich society.
Courses include:
- Composition 1
- Interpersonal Communication
- Film and Popular Culture
- Media Studies
- PHI/GWS/IDS-HUM Elective
- PLS/HIS/ECO Elective
- LIT Elective
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
While the primary goal of the Liberal Arts - Communication and Media Pathway program is to prepare students for transfer to bachelor's programs, the skills acquired also open doors to various entry-level positions, such as:
- Public Relations Assistant
- Social Media Coordinator
- Content Writer
- Media Production Assistant
- Customer Service Representative
The LAT program is part of the MassTransfer initiative, allowing students to transfer seamlessly to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities with junior-level status. Additionally, NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Know which 4-year MA public school you want to transfer to? You can tailor your degree even more specifically by checking out which recommended courses are required by that college or university for your chosen major on the MassTransfer A2B (Associates to Bachelor’s) Pathways page.
Interested in Salem State University? Check out SSU’s Transfer Connections website to get in touch with a Transfer Connections Coach who specializes in helping NSCC students smoothly transfer to Salem State.
Know you want to transfer to a private 4-year school? Check out these transfer agreements NSCC has made with various private colleges and universities (or the school’s website if a transfer agreement isn’t included here) for more specific recommendations.
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Accreditation
North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.