Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

UTA's Master of Arts in communication is a unique theory and research-based program that blends the disciplines of communication studies and mass communication. Students work with the graduate advisor and committee to construct a unique program of study to meet their goals. Students may choose a thesis or non-thesis option to successfully fulfill program requirements.

The Master of Arts in communication is designed to provide a means of career enhancement for media and organizational professionals and for students who plan to pursue a Ph.D. degree. Students can choose the thesis (30 credit hours) or non-thesis (36 credit hours) degree plan. The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of college graduates and media professionals who need more specialized training for career advancement into media management, and organizational professionals who need to extend their knowledge of communication processes across different contexts.

Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

UTA's Master of Arts in communication is a unique theory and research-based program that blends the disciplines of communication studies and mass communication. Students work with the graduate advisor and committee to construct a unique program of study to meet their goals. Students may choose a thesis or non-thesis option to successfully fulfill program requirements.

The Master of Arts in communication is designed to provide a means of career enhancement for media and organizational professionals and for students who plan to pursue a Ph.D. degree. Students can choose the thesis (30 credit hours) or non-thesis (36 credit hours) degree plan. The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of college graduates and media professionals who need more specialized training for career advancement into media management, and organizational professionals who need to extend their knowledge of communication processes across different contexts.

Undergraduate

IELTS

6+

Bachelor GPA

3+

TOEFL

79+

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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