Program Overview
The Communication at Bryant University is a MA programme in Communications & Media, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Smithfield, 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
- Communication Theory
- Communication Research Methods and Statistics
- Comprehensive Exams OR Culminating Experience OR Thesis
- Health Communication
- Organizational Communication
- Conflict Management and Negotiation in Organizations
- Communication in Small Groups: Applied Theory
- Media Effects Theory and Research
- Communication, Persuasion, and Social Influence
- Ethical Public Communication
- Culture, Diversity, and Communication
- Instructional Communication
- Media Ethics
- Risk and Crisis Communication
- Global Communication
- Lifespan/Intergenerational Communication
- Community-based Campaigns and Health
- Special Topics in Communication
- Graduate Practicum in Communication
- Directed Study in Communication
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Graduate studies in Communication are open to any undergraduate major.
- Applicants must submit either GRE test scores or complete an essay as described on the application site.
- An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required for unconditional admission; applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may be admitted conditionally and allowed to continue in the program after earning a GPA of 3.0 or better in the first three graduate courses.
- For international applicants seeking an I-20: If you are a non-native English speaker, you also must also submit your TOEFL score (Bryant code 3095; waivers may be granted for students who have demonstrated English proficiency). Your official transcripts must be translated and converted to a 4.0 grade scale. You also must submit Certification of Finances.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 27,960 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bryant 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 Bryant University
Bryant University
Smithfield, United States
Bryant University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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