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May 13, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Sports Communication (SPTC-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
Students in Sports Communication develop a strong set of “soft” communication skills working with people one on one, on teams and in formal settings in the core Major courses. They identify either the Management and Leadership concentration or one of five Areas of Emphasis in which they acquire the “hard” skills to complete their jobs: Multimedia Journalism minor, Event Management minor, Integrated Marketing Techniques minor, Sports Science minor, or Social Media and Digital Communication minor. They finish their program by adding a second academic minor chosen to expand their interests and marketability. The Sports Communication course (COMM 389 ) features a team project to plan, execute and assess a “value-added” activity at a Ferris sports event or a fund-raising event hosted by Sports Careers Registered Student Organization (RSO). All Sports Communication majors complete at least one internship or major research project (COMM 493 Practicum in Communication .)
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Program Outcomes
- Students will describe the role of communication in the sports industry.
- Students will apply communication skills valued in the sports industry.
- Students will analyze how sports are integral to American and global culture.
- Students will prepare for entry-level jobs in career fields in the Sports-related organizations.
New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.50 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- Minimum Composite ACT Score of 17/SAT 900
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- 2.00 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- At least 12 credits, including an English and Mathematics course.
University Requirements - 33 to 35 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 33 to 34 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent) (3 Credits Met in College Requirements)
ENGL 311 is recommended for those students that choose the Social Media and Digital Communication (SMDC) minor in the Area of Emphasis section.
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 6 Credits Required
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course. Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course. Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required (3 Credits Met in College Requirements)
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course. United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - Course Required Met in Self and Society Competency
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes. Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes. College Requirements - 87 Credits Required
Major Courses - 36 Credits Required
Area of Emphasis - 18 Credits Required (Advisor Approval)
Choose one of the two options. Option 1 - Minor - 18 Credits Required
Choose one minor.
- Event Management (EVMG)
- Integrated Marketing Techniques (IMT)
- Multimedia Journalism (MJOU)
- Social Media and Digital Communication (SMDC)
- Sports Sciences (SPSC)
Option 2 - Management and Leadership Concentration (MGLD) - 18 Credits Required
Minor - 18 Credits Required
Choose any minor available at Ferris State University or equivalent. Electives - 15 Credits Required
The credits required may vary depending on courses taken.
In order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree, a student must have a minimum of 120 credits. The electives required for each student may vary depending on courses taken. Based on how a student meets the programmatic requirements, they may need more or less than 15 credits of elective courses to meet the required 120 credit minimum.
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements. University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in all Communication (COMM) and English (ENGL) courses.
Suggested Semester Layout
Consult Advisor to Approve Your Customized Plan in MyDegree Spring Courses
- COMM 300 - Research Methods in Comm Credit Hours: 3
- Self and Society Competency Credit Hours: 3
or - Culture Competency Credit Hours: 3
- Self and Society Competency Credit Hours: 3
or - Culture Competency Credit Hours: 3
- Area of Emphasis Credit Hours: 3
or - Minor Credit Hours: 3
- Area of Emphasis Credit Hours: 3
or - Minor Credit Hours: 3
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