Master of Arts - Mass Communication (Thesis)
601 University Drive, San Marcos, USA
322331
Last updated: 25/10/2024
About Master of Arts - Mass Communication (Thesis)
The program prepares students to function in today’s diverse, complex media environment.
The program focuses on the importance of storytelling. The curriculum blends theory and research with skills-based courses. Most students complete the program in two years while working full time. Students can also attend the program part-time. Students can earn internship credit, earn credit for study abroad, or take independent study courses to personalize their program.
Students earn a master's degree in mass communication. Students also choose between writing a scholarly thesis or preparing a professional project. Courses address a variety of topics such as media writing, video storytelling, web design, content management, strategic communication campaigns, crisis communication and international communication issues. Students can take classes in face-to-face, online or hybrid formats.
The mission of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication is to pursue excellence. The program strives to prepare students for a variety of careers in mass communication by educating them in theoretical foundations, research, analytical and digital concepts needed to succeed in a changing media industry. The program promotes diversity, scholarly integrity and creativity to produce the next generation of leaders.
Students completing the program work in various positions such as web producers, digital strategy/technology consultants, web and social media editors, media relations managers, editors, strategic communication managers and multimedia journalists. Students have also launched their own media businesses offering digital and social media consultancy services. Students change career fields, get promotions or update their storytelling skills for their current positions.
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