Communication Studies, Ethnic Studies & World Languages
Expand your voice and perspective with Butte College’s Communication, Ethnic Studies, and World Languages programs. From public speaking and media studies to multicultural education and Spanish language fluency, our courses prepare you for success in a diverse and connected world.
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2 yearsFlexibility
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Associate Degree for Transfer in Communication Studies 2.0
The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer (AA-T) is designed for students planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies at a CSU campus. This degree guarantees admission to the CSU system, though not to a specific campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU that accepts this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 additional units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This option may not be the best pathway for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a non-CSU institution.
Associate Degree in Communication Studies
This program meets the lower-division major preparation for Communication Studies at CSU, Chico. Students gain essential skills that are highly valued across professions, as effective communication is consistently cited as the top skill in demand in today’s workplace. The program emphasizes oral and written communication, critical thinking, interpersonal communication, gender and communication, intercultural awareness and sensitivity, and effective group interaction, providing a strong foundation for success in a wide range of careers.
Flexibility
The programs in this cluster offer strong flexibility for online learners, with all required Communication Studies coursework available online. If you prefer to study in person, Main Campus provides most of your major courses, though you may need to supplement with online or other locations to complete all requirements.
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Career or TransferLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Online
Associate Degree in Multicultural and Gender Studies
The Associate in Arts in Multicultural and Gender Studies offers an interdisciplinary approach to cultural analysis within and across groups in the United States, with emphasis on the role of class, race, and gender in shaping cultural identities. The program highlights critical thinking, collaborative learning, activism, and advocacy, providing skills applicable to many careers. Graduates are prepared for opportunities in management, health and community services, public administration, government services, insurance, sales, and personnel fields, as well as in industry, higher education, nonprofit work, and public policy.
Flexibility
You can complete all the required courses for this degree online, so you have flexibility in where you physically need to be. If you prefer to study at a physical location, Main Campus and the Chico Center each offer some of the required courses, though you'd need to combine either of those with online sections to finish all your major requirements. Either way, your general education requirements can be completed at any of our centers or online.
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TransferLength
2 yearsFlexibility
- Online
Associate Degree for Transfer in Spanish
The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer (AA-T) is designed for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Spanish at a CSU campus. This degree guarantees admission to the CSU system, though not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 additional units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This option may not be the best pathway for students intending to transfer to a specific CSU campus or to a university outside the CSU system.
Flexibility
You can complete all your required Spanish coursework online, which gives you flexibility to study from anywhere with internet access. If you prefer to attend in person, you'll need to combine Main Campus or the Chico Center with online sections, since neither location offers the full range of required courses on its own. General education requirements can be completed at any of our centers or online, so you have options there as well.
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