About the programs

The Department of Communications offers a broad-based master’s program designed to promote critical thinking and research with a particular focus on the interaction between media and society.

The program of study prepares students with the theoretical background, methodological expertise, and critical thinking skills needed both for continued studies at the doctoral level and informed professional practice. It emphasizes communications theory and quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Specialized topical areas include literature of journalism, communications history, media and religion, international media and communications, communications ethics and law, persuasion, public relations and leadership, and media and current societal issues.

One graduate degree is offered through the Communications Department: Mass Communications—MA. A minor in mass communications is also offered.

Approximately fifteen students are admitted to the master’s program each fall semester. The average time spent in completing requirements for the master’s degree is from two to two and a half years.