Communication Studies and Theatre

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Program Description

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 an undergraduate degrees in communication studies and related areas. Students will be exposed to areas of concentration including organizational, interpersonal, and instructional communication as well as rhetorical and communication theory, drama, and competencies in the area of communication.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science

Option A

Core Requirements

Taken by the second semester
MEPR 787 - Research Methods Communication

For Graduate Teaching Assistants

SPCM 605 - Current Approaches to Communication

SPCM 700 - Instructional Methods in Communication

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