Applied Science in Communication Studies (Dual Degree)
Applied Science in Communication Studies/Master of Arts in Occupational Therapy
St. Kate's offers the opportunity to apply a student's liberal arts education in the field of occupational therapy through a unique 3+3 dual-degree program in applied science in communication studies/master of arts in occupational therapy (MAOT). The dual-degree program allows students to complete their bachelor's degree while pursuing the MAOT degree.
As an applied science in communication studies major, students enrolled in the College for Women will complete the communication studies pre-occupational therapy sequence of courses and supporting work for the MAOT program. This includes courses in biology, anatomy, physiology, psychology, and statistics while providing a special emphasis in communication studies.
The communication studies courses focus on developing a theoretical understanding and practical skill in written, oral and electronic communication and dedication to the responsible use of communication - both verbal and nonverbal. The curriculum also offers students the opportunity to develop their powers of clear explanation and persuasion, which are the keys to success for professional communicators. If students choose to complete the fourth-year course work prior to applying for the MAOT program they will be prepared to work in a variety of areas of the communication studies discipline.
To enroll in this program, students apply to the MAOT program during their junior year. If they are admitted to the MAOT program, they receive a B.A. in applied science in communication studies upon completion of the first year of the MAOT program. The curriculum for the applied science in communication studies major is listed in the Pre-Professional Programs, Pre-Occupational Therapy Masters section of this catalog.
Applied Science in Communication Studies/Doctor of Occupational Therapy-Entry Level
St. Kate's offers the opportunity to apply a student's liberal arts education in the field of occupational therapy through a unique 3+3 dual-degree program in applied science in communication studies/doctor of occupational therapy-entry level (OTD EL). The dual-degree program allows students to complete their bachelor's degree while pursuing the OTD degree.
As an applied science in communication studies major, students enrolled in the College for Women will complete the communication studies pre-occupational therapy sequence of courses and supporting work for the OTD EL program. This includes courses in biology, anatomy, physiology, psychology, and statistics while providing a special emphasis in communication studies.
The communication studies courses focus on developing a theoretical understanding and practical skill in written, oral and electronic communication and dedication to the responsible use of communication - both verbal and nonverbal. The curriculum also offers students the opportunity to develop their powers of clear explanation and persuasion, which are the keys to success for professional communicators. If students choose to complete the fourth-year course work prior to applying for the OTD EL program they will be prepared to work in a variety of areas of the communication studies discipline.
To enroll in this program, students apply to the OTD EL program during their junior year. If they are admitted to the OTD EL program, they receive a B.A. in applied science in communication studies upon completion of the first year of the OTD EL program. The curriculum for the applied science in communication studies major is listed in the Pre-Professional Programs, Pre-Occupational Therapy Doctoral section of this catalog.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| BIOL 2610 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | 4 |
| COMM 1000W | Communication Strategies for Social Justice | 4 |
| PSYC 1000 | General Psychology | 4 |
| or PSYC 1001 | General Psychology with Lab | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Statistical Analysis for Decision Making | ||
| Biostatistics | ||
| Statistical Methods in Psychology | ||
| Statistical Analysis | ||
| Spring Term | ||
| BIOL 2620 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | 4 |
| COMM 1030 | Speaking to Lead and Influence | 4 |
| IPE 1020 | Medical Terminology | 1-2 |
| or IPE 1030 | Healthcare Teams Foundations and Medical Terminology | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Principles and Concepts of Sociology | ||
| Sociology of Health and Medicine | ||
| Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Fall Term | ||
| PSYC 2025 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | 4 |
| Spring Term | ||
| COMM 2050 | Media, Culture and Society | 4 |
| PSYC 3010 | Understanding Psychological Disorders | 4 |
| Fall Term | ||
| COMM 3070W | Gender and Rhetoric | 4 |
| COMM 4600 | Leadership and the Art of Persuasion | 4 |
| Spring Term | ||
| COMM 3100 | Communicating across Cultures, Identities and Differences | 4 |
| COMM 4850 | Senior Seminar | 4 |
| Upper-division Communication Studies elective | 4 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| OCTH 5010 | Human Occupation | 3 |
| OCTH 5500 | Neuroscience | 3 |
| Fall Term | ||
| OCTH 5410 | Children, Adolescents, and Families | 3 |
| OCTH 6000 | Foundational Skills for Occupational Therapy Practice | 3 |
| OCTH 6010 | Seminar A: Entering the Profession | 1 |
| OCTH 6310 | Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
| OCTH 6410 | Foundations of Research | 3 |
| OCTH 6700 | Older Adults in Context | 3 |
| Spring Term | ||
| OCTH 5200 | Mental and Behavioral Health | 3 |
| OCTH 5600 | Kinesiology for Rehabilitation | 3 |
| OCTH 6020 | Seminar B and Level I Fieldwork - Psychological and Social Factors Impacting Performance | 1 |
| OCTH 6610 | Rehabilitation Concepts | 3 |
| Total Credits | 93-94 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term | ||
| BIOL 2610 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | 4 |
| COMM 1000W | Communication Strategies for Social Justice | 4 |
| PSYC 1000 | General Psychology | 4 |
| or PSYC 1001 | General Psychology with Lab | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Statistical Analysis for Decision Making | ||
| Biostatistics | ||
| Statistical Methods in Psychology | ||
| Statistical Analysis | ||
| Spring Term | ||
| BIOL 2620 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | 4 |
| COMM 1030 | Speaking to Lead and Influence | 4 |
| IPE 1020 | Medical Terminology | 1-2 |
| or IPE 1030 | Healthcare Teams Foundations and Medical Terminology | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Principles and Concepts of Sociology | ||
| Sociology of Health and Medicine | ||
| Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Fall Term | ||
| PSYC 2025 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | 4 |
| Spring Term | ||
| COMM 2050 | Media, Culture and Society | 4 |
| PSYC 3010 | Understanding Psychological Disorders | 4 |
| Fall Term | ||
| COMM 3070W | Gender and Rhetoric | 4 |
| COMM 4600 | Leadership and the Art of Persuasion | 4 |
| Spring Term | ||
| COMM 3100 | Communicating across Cultures, Identities and Differences | 4 |
| COMM 4850 | Senior Seminar | 4 |
| Upper-division Communication Studies elective | 4 | |
| Summer Term | ||
| OCTH 5010 | Human Occupation | 3 |
| OCTH 5500 | Neuroscience | 3 |
| OCTH 7900 | Doctoral Orientation Camp | 1 |
| Fall Term | ||
| OCTH 5410 | Children, Adolescents, and Families | 3 |
| OCTH 6000 | Foundational Skills for Occupational Therapy Practice | 3 |
| OCTH 6010 | Seminar A: Entering the Profession | 1 |
| OCTH 6310 | Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
| OCTH 6410 | Foundations of Research | 3 |
| OCTH 6700 | Older Adults in Context | 3 |
| Spring Term | ||
| OCTH 5200 | Mental and Behavioral Health | 3 |
| OCTH 5600 | Kinesiology for Rehabilitation | 3 |
| OCTH 6020 | Seminar B and Level I Fieldwork - Psychological and Social Factors Impacting Performance | 1 |
| OCTH 6610 | Rehabilitation Concepts | 3 |
| OCTH 7100 | Social Determinants of Health | 1 |
| Total Credits | 95-96 | |