Journalism and Mass Communication

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Program Description

The graduate major in journalism is designed to provide for 1) professional journalists who wish to broaden their education in communications and social sciences; 2) for individuals with undergraduate degrees in non-journalism specialties who wish to develop their knowledge in mass communication. The department also offers Option B as a professional master’s degree online see www.journalismmsonline.com.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science	Option A
	Option B

Core Requirements

MCOM 704 - Introduction to Graduate Studies
MCOM 787 - Research Methods in Communication
Media Law and a MCOM writing class are usually required for students with undergraduate degrees in non-mass communication fields of study.

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, 79-80 Internet-based

General Requirements (Master’s Degree)

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

See Master’s Degree Requirements.

Course Offerings

Journalsim and Mass Communication (MCOM, SPCM) Courses