The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Telecommunication Media Studies (TCMS) is designed for students fascinated by media and its technical applications. This degree features a specialized study of telecommunication, media and quantitative systems.

In the BS- TCMS major, students master the data-driven skills necessary to analyze media processes and effects, ensuring they can navigate the legal, political and social complexities of the modern digital landscape.

Why Choose the Bachelor of Science?

• Specialized Certification: BS majors have the option to earn the certificate in Social Media, through the department.
• Flexible Focus: BS students select a minor and can further customize their degree by selecting additional coursework to round out their specific media interests, from law and policy to content acquisition.
• A Supportive
  • Start: Freshmen begin with a dedicated first-semester experience, introducing them to the breadth of the media field and the resources of Texas A&M through small-group engagement.
  • Transfer Students are integrated into the "Communication family" through a transition process that meets them exactly where they are in their academic journey.

Areas of Study

All BS students take a core of required courses to establish a foundation in the field, followed by their choice of specialized coursework in:

Media Systems and Analytics

• Media Processes and Effects
• Media Audiences and Society
• Quantitative Research Methods
• Statistics and Research Design

The Business & Practice of Media

• Media Industries: law, policy and the economic structures of telecommunication
• Technology and Society: the impact of digital tools on human interaction and social structures
• Media Skills: practical acquisition of technical skills for media production and management
• Customized Electives: student-selected courses to align with specific career goals

Career Opportunities

The BS is designed for those who want to master the quantitative side of media while maintaining a creative edge. Our graduates lead the way in data-driven storytelling and industry management, pursuing paths such as:

• Data and Digital Strategy: data analysts, media designers, digital media experts and online administrators
• Content Production: digital storytellers, content producers, filmmakers and digital media specialists
• Leadership and Policy: industry leaders, government officials and politicians
• Creative Advocacy: writers, artists and informed citizens who interpret and shape the future of media

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First semester, first time in college students must take COMM 101 and COMM 291.

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Must earn a grade of C or better.

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Select from: COMM 100 to 499 (except COMM 203, COMM 243), CSCE 110, CSCE 206; ISTM 250, ISTM 310, ISTM 315, ISTM 325; ITSV 274; JOUR 102, JOUR 301/COMM 307; MGMT 209, MGMT 309; WGST 407/COMM 407.

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COMM course may not be used to fulfill this requirement.

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Minor to be selected from among approved university minors. Consult with advisor regarding how to declare desired minor. Courses fulfilling core curriculum requirements may apply to the minor and therefore some of these courses may become electives. Minors will range between 15 and 18 hours.

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Select any 100-499 course not used elsewhere. Only 14 hours of KINE 199; AERS 100-499; MLSC 100-499; NVSC 100-499; SOMS 100-499 may be used towards general electives.

Graduation requirements include 3 hours of International and Cultural Diversity courses and 3 hours of Cultural Discourse courses. A course satisfying a Core category, a college/department requirement, or a free elective can be used to satisfy this requirement. The required 6 hours may be met by courses satisfying other areas of a degree program. See your academic advisor for further information.  

Students take 24 credit hours of the required program core courses and 9-10 credit hours of telecommunication media studies elective courses for a total of 33 credit hours. At least 12 credits must be at the upper-division level. At least 12 credits must be taken in residence at Texas A&M University. Minimum grade of C in each course.