Agricultural Education, Communication and Leadership – Communication (B.S.)
The Agricultural Education, Communication and Leadership – Communication course at South Dakota State University is a multidisciplinary program that provides a strong foundation in agricultural sciences.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August, January
Tuition Fee
$ 376 per credit
Location
Brookings, United States/Blended
About the program
The major allows students the flexibility to select a plan of study based on their interests and skills by choosing one of three specializations: Education, Communication, or Leadership.
Students specializing in communication take courses in agriculture along with courses in the School of Communication and Journalism.
Graduates of the Agricultural Education, Communication and Leadership – Communication course at South Dakota State University report agricultural information to farmers and ranchers, consumers, governmental agencies, agribusinesses, commodity groups, and legislators through positions in public relations, sales, marketing, journalism, social media, and the government.
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Are involved in 4-H, FFA, or other agricultural activities
- Demonstrate strong written or oral communication skills
- Are passionate about educating the public and advocating for agriculture
- Express yourself in a creative or artistic manner
- Interested in advertising, public relations, graphic design, or social media
Courses Included
- Introduction to Animal Science and Lab
- Crop Production and Lab
- Advertising Principles
- First Year Seminar
- Mass Communication Fundamentals
- Introduction to Animal Science and Lab
- Basic Newswriting and Lab (COM)
- Introduction to Digital Media and Lab