Sports Communication

People and Society
Sports Communication

Details

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  • Academic Plan
    PS_0085
  • Cognate
    People and Society
  • Responsible Academic Unit
    Contact Info
    • Name: Luis Herrera
    • Email: lherrera@miami.edu
    • Phone: 305-284-2474
    • Location: 2035 Wolfson Building
  • Recommended for
    All students and anyone with an interest in sports.
  • Required Courses
    Students must complete at least 3 courses for at least 9 credits.
  • Number of Groups: 1

Cognate Categories

Description

This cognate examines sports in contemporary society and culture from a communication perspective. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of sports as a social phenomenon from a variety of approaches including television and film, economics, fandom, identity and representation, publicity and promotion, and social issues.

Option Groups

Complete exactly 1 of the following option groups:

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