Texas Tech University

Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal Communication TTU

Specialization in Interpersonal Communication emphasizes communication in a variety of face-to-face settings, with particular concern for personal and intimate relationships.

Sample career paths for those choosing this specialization might include conflict resolution specialists, the hospitality industry and work in human resources.

HOW TO GET THERE

Step 1

Step 2

Take all 5 of the departmental courses listed below. These classes are required of all Communication Studies majors.

  • 1301 Interpersonal Communication
  • 2300 Public Speaking
  • 2301 Communication Theory (writing intensive)
  • 2302 Communication Research (writing intensive)
  • 3311 Rhetoric in Western Thought

Step 3

Select 4 courses from the Interpersonal Communication classes listed below, and choose 3 other additional Junior- or Senior-level COMS classes.

  • 3331 Nonverbal Communication
  • 3332 Intercultural Communication
  • 3333 Communication in Relationships
  • 3334 Gender and Communication
  • 4304 Internship in Communication Studies
  • 4330 Special Topics in Interpersonal Communication

Additional Courses Offered

Contact Our Undergraduate Academic Advisor

  • Lori Jones
  • 806-834-6714
  • Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Office: Advising Center, 169 I Media & Communication Building