Health Communication
The concentration in Health Communication teaches you how to design health messages, campaigns, and how to effectively communicate about health in interpersonal and group settings. This innovative program focuses on how patients, practitioners, and the general public communicate about highly complex scientific and culturally-sensitive topics. Learn about health as it relates to popular media, relationships, and strategic campaigns.
BA Health Communication - Communication
Minor Health Communication
Courses
Foundations
(7 Courses)
COMM 140 - Communication & Public Speaking
COMM 150 - Media, Self, & the World
COMM 275 - Communication Theory
COMM 276 - Communication Research
JOUR 201 - Principles of Journalism
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Choose two COMM or JOUR 300-400 level courses
Concentration
(6 Courses)
COMM 211 - Introduction to Health Communication
COMM 340 - Media Effects
COMM 312 - Popular Media and Health
COMM 313 - Relationships and Health
JOUR 309 - Introduction to Public Relations and Strategic Communication
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Choose one COMM, JOUR, or PUBH 300-400 level courses
Capstone
(1 Course)
COMM 491 - Communication Capstone: Thesis
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COMM 492 Q - Communication Capstone: Project
Minor in Health Communication
The Health Communication minor (starting Fall 2022) teaches about health as it relates to popular media, relationships, and strategic campaigns. Communication majors can choose this minor, unless in Health Communication concentration.
Experiential Opportunities
For students in the Health Communication concentration and Communication major in general, Coastal provides multiple opportunities to get hands-on experience to prepare you for a career.
LiveWell Peer Educators
Facilities
Several lab spaces allow you to explore the role of health communication specialists.
Digital Production Studio
WCCU Radio
Program Faculty Spotlight
The faculty members in Health Communication conduct active research projects and campaign consulting work, often involving students.
Dr. Christina Selby
Associate Chair | Professor
Health and the Media, Substance Abuse, Interpersonal Health Communication
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Other Concentrations in Communication
Popular Certificates and Minors
Application Requirements
» Application
» $45 Application Fee
» Official Transcripts (High School, Secondary School, or Previous College)
» SAT/ACT Test Scores (optional)
For International Students
» Proof of English Proficiency (ESL Students)
» Passport
Get in Touch
Have more questions or want more information? Fill out the form below, which goes directly to the program's contact. You can also visit the department site or follow them on social media to learn more about the great work our students and faculty are doing.
Program Contact
Dr. Kyle J. Holody
Chair | Communication, Media, & Culture
843-349-2946
Comm@coastal.edu
