Writing and Communication, BS
120 hrs. + 3 hrs. PE = 123
This Degree Map is to be used with the guidance of an Academic Advisor to develop the best academic plan for each student. Some changes and adjustments may be necessary to meet program requirements.
First Year
Fall Semester | HRS | Spring Semester | HRS |
3 | 3 | ||
MATH 1001 or higher (1001 preferred) | 3 | HUMN 1100 or other Area B Elective | 1 |
3 | Area D Lab Science for non-Science major | 4 | |
Area D Lab Science for non-Science major | 4 | 3 | |
3 | 3 | ||
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| Activity PE | 1 |
Total | 16 | Total | 15 |
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Milestones: ENGL 1101, ENGL 1102,MATH 1001 or MATH 1111, COMM 1100 and COMM 1110 require a grade of C or better.
Second Year
Fall Semester | HRS | Spring Semester | HRS |
ENGL 2114, ENGL 2115, ENGL 2116, ENGL 2121, ENGL 2122, ENGL 2131, OR ENGL 2132
| 3 | Area C Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
Area E Social Science Elective | 3 | Area D Math or Science Elective (MATH 1401 preferred) | 3 |
Area E Social Science Elective | 3 | Area F Elective | 3 |
3 | Area F Elective | 3 | |
3 | Area F Elective | 3 | |
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Total | 17 | Total | 15 |
Milestones: All English, Math, and Communication courses require a grade of C or better. Some Ag electives have prereqs; consult an advisor to ensure you have the prereqs for desired Ag electives.
Third Year
Fall Semester | HRS | Spring Semester | HRS |
3 | 3 | ||
3 | 3 | ||
Major Elective | 3 | Major Elective | 3 |
Major Elective | 3 | Major Elective | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
Third Year Summer (Recommended)
WRCM 4790A, WRCM 4791, or WRCM 4792 Internship (elective)*
*Students who take a six- or nine-hour internship will reduce the number of General Elective requirements. Students cannot earn more than 9 hours of internship.
Fourth Year
Fall Semester | HRS | Spring Semester | HRS |
3 | 3 | ||
Major Elective | 3 | Major Elective | 3 |
Major Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | WRCM 4790A, WRCM 4791, or WRCM 4792 Internship (if not taken during third-year summer term)* | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | 3 | |
Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
*WRCM 4790A, WRCM 4791, or WRCM 4792 (Internship) must be completed during or before the final semester. Most students complete their internships the summer between their third and fourth years. Students who complete 6 or 9 credit hours of internship will reduce the hours in General Electives. No student may receive more than 9 hours of credit for an internship.