Program Overview
The Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts at San Francisco State University is a MA programme in Arts & Design, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 3,741 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,369 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: San Francisco, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Graduate Study taken in first fall semester
- Formula and Creativity in the Public Arts
- Ethics and Responsibility in the Electronic Media
- Seminar in Media Aesthetics and Production Theory
- Seminar in Media and Society
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completing or demonstrating knowledge of the content of the prerequisite courses;
- Completing BECA 700 with a grade of B or better;
- Demonstrating Level One Written English Proficiency (see below); AND
- Submitting the Advancement to Candidacy (ATC) form to the SF State Division of Graduate Studies.
Written English Proficiency Requirement
Each graduate student must demonstrate the ability to write standard American English correctly and effectively.International Students
The department welcomes applications from international students. Many distinguished alumni of the program are working in media industries around the world. International students should note the special requirements that pertain to them presented on these pages. Questions should be directed to the BECA graduate coordinator, the Office of International Programs or the Division of Graduate Studies.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,741 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,369 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,741 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,369 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact San Francisco State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-19
- Language English