The Department of Communication Studies is comprised of world-class faculty committed to transforming society via cutting edge research and educating and empowering students to become effective, ethical, and culturally aware citizens. Through our research and curriculum, we develop critical and creative thinkers who can address the complex and unsolved challenges of tomorrow. We achieve this through a focus on our increasingly intercultural world, and leveraging social influence theory to advance beneficial health, environmental, and social outcomes.

Miami’s variety of cultural landscapes makes it an ideal place to study communication. The city’s global connections and dynamic environment offer unparalleled opportunities for immersive learning. Students gain invaluable insights into the complexities of international and intercultural communication.

Our outstanding professors prepare students for many different careers, including politics, public advocacy, health care promotion, business, and intercultural education, or to pursue graduate or law school.

The 3 time ACC Debate Championship-winning Debate Team is a tight-knit community open to all undergraduate students, regardless of major. The team aims to support all students who wish to learn or develop their public speaking and debate skills.

Communication Studies students have the opportunity to conduct important research on a number of topics and are challenged to apply communication skills through hands-on experiential learning and professional internships.