Communication Studies and Theatre

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The Master of Science program in Communication Studies and Theatre is designed to provide advanced studies in the area of communication theory, research methodology, instructional methodology and public address. It provides further professional preparation and competencies in the area of communication.

The Communication Studies specialization is designed to provide a broad-based, graduate degree for students with undergraduate degress in communication studies and related areas. Students will be exposed to areas of concentration, including organizational, interpersonal, instructional communication as well as rhetorical and communication theory, drama, competencies in the area of communication.
The Journalism specialization is designed to provide for professional journalists who wish to broaden their education in communication and social sciences; and for individuals with undergraduate degrees in non-journalism specialties who wish to develop their knowledge in mass communication.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science: Option A

Core Requirements

MEPR 787 - Research Methods Communication
Taken by second semester
SPCM 605 - Current Approaches to Communication
SPCM 700 - Instructional Methods in Communication
For Graduate Teaching Assistants

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 600 paper-based, 250 computer-based, 100 Internet-based

Prerequisite of a minimum of 20 semester hours of undergraduate credit in Speech, Theatre, Journalism, or Communication. Other undergraduate programs may qualify.

General Requirements (Master’s Degree)

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

See Master’s Degree Requirements.

Course Offerings

Communication Studies and Theatre (MEPR, SPCM, THEA) Courses