5 Bachelor of Arts Completion

Communication Arts

Strong communication is one of the most valuable skills in any profession. This program helps you become a more confident writer, speaker, presenter, and strategic communicator.

You’ll learn from real-world scenarios and develop practical skills you can apply immediately in the workplace, in leadership roles, and throughout your career.

You’ll be prepared to:

Create compelling presentations
Write with clarity and purpose
Resolve conflict and solve complex problems
Build effective communication across teams and organizations

From media and visual storytelling to public speaking and interpersonal communication, you’ll gain the tools to understand how messages shape people, organizations, and society.

The program culminates in an integrative project that showcases your communication expertise and demonstrates your readiness for professional success.

Key Details

Courses Start

September 8, 2026 | Accepting applications for Fall 2026

Courses Length

10 Weeks

Bachelors Tuition

$603 per credit hour

Course Format

Online or Hybrid

Admission Requirement

Completed 24 quarter credits or 16 semester credits

SAT/ACT Requirements

Not required

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Learning Outcomes

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Strategic Communication Design

Craft compelling expressions of ideas through oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication techniques using theories and audience analysis to tailor persuasive, organized messages in a variety of settings.

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Intercultural Communication Competence

Apply intercultural communication theories to promote productive and inclusive engagement with diverse audiences.

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Media Analysis and Critical Interpretation

Examine media messages across print, broadcast, digital, and visual platforms to identify how messages shape cultural representation and influence society.

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Creative Problem-Solving and Innovation

Develop innovative strategies to address communication challenges by leveraging research, technologies, creativity, and ethical analysis.

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Collaborative Communication and Conflict Resolution

Apply communication strategies including dialogue, mediation, and negotiation to facilitate productive group dynamics, resolve conflicts, and increase communication options within teams.

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Curriculum

11

Core Courses

10

Major Courses

Varies

Elective Courses

Core Courses

Learn the scope of activity, historical development, and future direction of the industry. These courses provide a foundation that you'll draw on throughout your concentration and elective courses. The capstone serves as the culminating academic experience in which you'll explore a problem of practice in your field of study.

BACP 2050	Writing Workshop
CA 2050	Effective Communication
CA 2100	Creativity and Innovation
GS 2050	21st Century Global Issues
GS 2100	The Past as Prologue
LOS 2050	Leadership and Organizational Behavior
BACP 2080	Data Reasoning and Decision-Making
PPSS 2050	Ethical Decision Making
PPSS 2100	Concepts of the Public Good
ST 2050	Scientific & Critical Thinking
ST 2100	Technology in the Modern Workplace

Major Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

CA 3050	Media and Society
CA 3100	Intercultural Communication and Engagement
CA 3150	Effective Presentations
CA 3200	Art and Interpretation
CA 3250	Visual & Physical Communication
CA 3300	Communication for Challenging Situations
BACP 3350	Directed Research
BACP 3400	Civic Engagement
BACP 3450	AI and Professional Practice: Design, Ethics, and Application
BACP 3500	Integrative Project
BACP 3510	Experiential Integrative Project

Elective Courses

Electives vary based on the amount of credits transferred. Your advisor will obtain any necessary approvals from the academic director.

A Top Tier Education in 25% Less Time

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Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission

College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

Career Opportunities

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Public Relations Specialist
Advertising Manager
Communications Specialist
Trainer

Fundraiser
Writer/Editor
Event Planner
Human Resources Administrator

Communications Specialist Salary: National Average

$74,752

(Glassdoor)

College of Professional Studies students have access to University of Denver Career Services including:

One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
Resume and cover letter guidance

Is an Bachelor of Arts Completion Program Right for You?

Designed for students aiming to finish their degree and potentially pursue a Master’s or PhD, DU’s traditional 180-credit Bachelor of Arts Completion Program delivers great value at a discounted tuition rate. It ensures you meet all graduate prerequisites while giving you the flexibility to learn through online or hybrid classes that fit your schedule.

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