Program Overview
The Communication at Bellarmine University is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, 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 communications & media. 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 Communication 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Newburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Graduate Study in Communication
- Communication Theory and Literature
- Research Methods in Communication
- Technical Communication for Digital Platforms
- Intercultural Communication
- Studies in Digital Media
- Intro to Media Studies
- Multimedia Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Gender Communication
- Crisis Communication
- Aging and Communication
- Health Communication
- Internship
- Integrated Communication
- Global Communication
- Interactive Communication
- Strategic Communication
- Social Change Campaigns
- Organizational Communication
- Special Topics
- Independent Study
- Portfolio Option
- Thesis I
- Thesis II
- Ethical Issues in Communication
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- A completed graduate application\nat:\xc2\xa0www.bellarmine.edu/applynow \n
- A non-refundable application fee of $40 \n
- Personal Statement and Writing Prompt. \n
- Professional/academic writing sample: This\ncould include a term paper, press release, published story (nonfiction),\ndigital portfolio, grant application, etc. \n
- Two letters of recommendation (included in\npacket). Current resume \n
- Final official transcript(s) from each college\nor university attended should be mailed to the Office of Graduate\nAdmission and not be marked \xc2\x93Issued to Student.\xc2\x94\xc2\xa0 \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 745 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bellarmine 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 Bellarmine University
Bellarmine University
Louisville, United States
Bellarmine University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months