Journalism, MSMC

The Master of Science in Mass Communications offers majors in journalism and in radio-television. Focusing on research and scholarship, the flexible curriculum provides opportunities for students interested in pursing advancement in mass communications or preparing for doctoral studies and positions in higher education. Some students with limited mass communications background may be required to complete some undergraduate and graduate performance courses as part of their programs of study.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Master of Science in Mass Communications program is based on a variety of evidence, including educational experience and record, professional experience, recommendations, and a written statement of purpose.

University Requirements:

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Program Requirements:

COMS 6203 - Introduction to Communication Studies Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6043 - Theory of Mass Communications Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6053 - Quantitative Research Methods Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6283 - Qualitative Research Methods Sem. Hrs: 3

Sub-total: 12

Journalism Requirements:

Select twelve hours from the following:

STCM 5023 - Public Opinion, Propaganda and the Mass Media Sem. Hrs: 3
STCM 5113 - Integrated Marketing Communication Sem. Hrs: 3
STCM 5603 - Crisis Communication Sem. Hrs: 3
STCM 6023 - Advanced Studies in Communications Law Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 5013 - Photo Storytelling II Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 5033 - Feature Writing and Freelancing Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 5053 - Civic Reporting Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 5063 - Editing for Publications and the Web Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 5323 - Diversity and Media Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6013 - Specialized Writing Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6083 - Journalism Seminar Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 6333 - Trending Topics Sem. Hrs: 3
MDIA 680V - Independent Study Sem. Hrs: Variable

Electives:

Advisor-approved Electives Sem. Hrs: 6
May include six hours of thesis or project credit, courses in the college and/or courses outside the college. The topic of the thesis or project is subject to approval by the student’s thesis or project committee. The thesis or project may be a continuation or extension of research begun in a Communications graduate class.

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Journalism, MSMC

Admission Requirements

University Requirements:

Program Requirements:

Sub-total: 12

Journalism Requirements:

Electives:

Total Required Hours: 30

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Journalism, MSMC

Admission Requirements

University Requirements:

Program Requirements:

Sub-total: 12

Journalism Requirements:

Electives:

Total Required Hours: 30