Communications colleges can cover everything from the study of interpersonal communication to the ins and outs of mass media, including film, television, radio and newspapers. Students studying communications usually pick one route to pursue, though some programs cover both simultaneously.

Students interested in a career in television or film (both on and off camera) might find that a degree in communications is right for them. For students interested in how humans interact and communicate, a program in interpersonal communication is probably the way to go.

Communications Colleges in Los Angeles

University of Southern California

• USC is home to the renowned Annenberg School for Communication, which offers a Bachelor Arts in Broadcast Journalism, Communication, Print Journalism and Public Relations. The Annenberg School also has a number of graduate programs that cover a variety of communications topics.

University of California, Los Angeles

• Communications study at UCLA involves an undergraduate program in which students can concentrate on either mass communication or interpersonal communication.

California State University, Los Angeles

• The California State University, Los Angeles College of Arts and Letters offers a four-year Bachelor of Arts in Communications, as well as a degree in television, film and media studies. A Masters of Arts is also available.

Career Outlook for Los Angeles Communications Students

Communications graduates will find a wealth of potential career opportunities right in the Los Angeles area. Communications students typically seek out positions in advertising, marketing, the film or music industry, television development and public relations. Los Angeles communications students studying interpersonal communications can find a number of positions in human resources or in the field of organizational behavior.