Public Relations & Communication (BA) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 93
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 31
- Degree
- bachelor
The Public Relations & Communication (BA) study plan at Bayan College is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 93 credit hours across 31 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL104 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL105 | English Composition II | 3 |
| COM114 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| PSY120 | Elementary Psychology | 3 |
| PHIL120 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| POL130 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 |
| ECON210 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| HIST110 | History & Society of Oman | 3 |
| ARAB101 | Arabic Language Skills | 3 |
| COM101 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
Year 2 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM200 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| COM201 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3 |
| COM203 | Omani Media | 3 |
| COM250 | Mass Communication & Society | 3 |
| COM255 | Introduction to News Reporting & Writing | 3 |
| A&D222 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| COM202 | Media Technology (Electronic Media) | 3 |
Year 3 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM300 | Research in Communication | 3 |
| COM253 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| COM333 | Theories of Mass Communication | 3 |
| COM314 | Advanced Public Speaking | 3 |
| COM320 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COM318 | Principles of Persuasion | 3 |
| COM309 | Visual Communication | 3 |
Year 4 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM353 | Problems in Public Relations | 3 |
| COM460 | Advanced Public Relations | 3 |
| COM420 | Organizational Communication | 3 |
| COM403 | Media Ethics | 3 |
| COM490 | Internship in Communication | 3 |
| COM008 | Graduation Project I | 3 |
| COM009 | Graduation Project II | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Public Relations & Communication (BA)
How many credit hours is Public Relations & Communication (BA) at Bayan College?
Public Relations & Communication (BA) at Bayan College requires completing 93 credit hours to graduate, spread across 31 courses.
How many years is Public Relations & Communication (BA) at Bayan College?
The study plan for Public Relations & Communication (BA) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Public Relations & Communication (BA) award?
Public Relations & Communication (BA) at Bayan College awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 93 credit hours.
Is Public Relations & Communication (BA) offered at other universities?
Yes, Public Relations & Communication (BA) is offered at at least 4 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.