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Tuition USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Dayton, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Communication at University of Dayton 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: College Park, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. COM 501Communication Research & Methods
  2. COM 536Theories & Models of Communication
  3. COM 502Rhetorical Criticism
  4. COM 503Communication Research Seminar
  5. COM 517Organizational Communication
  6. COM 571Mass Communication Processes & Effects

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants to the communication or interdisciplinary communication programs should submit the following information in addition to the online application:
  1. Official academic records of all previously attended colleges or universities must be submitted directly from the colleges or universities to the Office of Graduate Admission Processing. Hand-carried transcripts, official copies marked Issued to Student and unofficial copies are not acceptable.
  2. Three letters of recommendation from professors or employers.
  3. A personal statement or r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9.
  4. Official GRE test scores.
  5. If you are requesting a graduate teaching assistantship, please submit a sample of academic writing such as a research paper, published paper or thesis. All application materials for teaching assistantship applicants should be received by the Office of Graduate Admission Processing by March 9. Applications for teaching assistantships are considered once a year.
Additional requirements apply for international students.Academic RequirementsIn addition to a bachelor\'s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning, applicants should have exposure to a variety of research and analytical or critical methods during their undergraduate studies. Additionally, you should possess a basic knowledge of, and appreciation for, approaches to the study of communication. Applicants should have earned a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade-point average on a 4.0 scale. The graduate committee will recognize the potential merits of professional experience when reviewing an applicant\'s credentials.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 873 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Dayton 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.

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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