Major/Minor
5-year Program
Communication Arts Department
The Communication Arts major offers a chance to study new advances in communications technology, understand principles that remain constant, and respond with appropriate messages for an increasingly dynamic media landscape. Through a liberal arts approach, the curriculum aims to develop effective communication talents in print, visuals, speech, and multimedia.

Program Location
Available Majors
- Communication Arts
Through a series of electives, you can design a specialty such as:
- Advertising
- Video and Digital Media
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- Corporate Communication
Available Minors
- Communication Arts
Additional Study Options
5-Year Communications Dual-Degree Program: Earn both a BA in Communication Arts and a MA in Contemporary Communications from NDMU in just five years.
http://catalog.ndm.edu/undergraduate-catalog/school-of-arts-and-sciences/communication-arts
What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Small class sizes allow for personal attention while discussion-based seminars and studio-based production courses offer a well-rounded learning experience. Internships and portfolio development opportunities provide essential career preparation.

Alum
Antoinella Peterkin
Inspiring the Next Generation
Alum, NDMU Class of 2012
Communication Arts
Antoinella uses her degree and internship experiences to help at-risk youth through several after-school programs, including her F.A.M.E. (Fashion, Art, Mentoring, and Etiquette) Design program.
Research & Internship Opportunities
A capstone practicum course includes a semester-long professional internship, which greatly increases employability.
Examples of Internships
- The Baltimore Sun
- The Catholic Review
- The Daily Record
- Chase Brexton Health Care
- The Baltimore Film Office
- WYPR Radio
- WIYY 98 Rock
- WJZ TV
Communication Art Careers
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Digital Design
- Video Production
- Publication Editing
- Social Media Coordination
- Web Content Management
Where do NDMU Graduates Work?
Ou graduates are working in diverse fields for employers such as: