Program Overview
The Communication at Clemson University is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 8,057 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,836 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Clemson, 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 I
- Communication Research Methods I
- Survey of Communication Technology Studies
- Communication Theory II
- Communication Research Methods II
- Communication Pedagogy.
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).
Grants:
\n- The Federal Pell Grant is the\nlargest federal student aid gift assistance program available to\nundergraduates.
- The Federal Supplemental\nEducational Opportunity Grant \xc2\xa0is available to full-time, first-time\nundergraduates who have exceptional financial need.
- The South Carolina Need-Based\nGrant is a program awarded to South Carolina residents demonstrating financial\nneed.
Loans:
\n- Federal Perkins Undergraduate\nLoan - Awards are made on the basis of financial need, with priority given to\nstudents demonstrating exceptional need.
- Federal Graduate PLUS Loan -\nStudents enrolled in graduate programs can apply. Students must enroll at least\nhalf-time (five hours) and maintain satisfactory academic progress.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 8,057 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,836 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 8,057 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,836 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Clemson 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 Clemson University
Clemson University
Clemson, United States
Clemson 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 2018-08-23
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 3