Program Overview
The Communication at University of Hawaii at Manoa 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Honolulu, 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 Theories
- Communication Inquiry
- Strategic Organizational Communication
- Intercultural Communication
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Social Media
- Global Communication and Journalism
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants need to meet:
- Office of Graduate Education admissions standard and documentation requirements, and
- program specific admissions criteria and documentation requirements. Send all program specific documentation requirements directly to the graduate program.
Standardized Exams
Refer to program specific admissions criteria and document requirements to determine if the GRE or another standardized exam is required by the graduate program. Official GRE scores must be sent directly to Office of Graduate Education Student Services. All other scores are to be sent to the graduate program.
TOEFL or IELTS is required of most applicants who are non-native speakers of English. Official TOEFL or IELTS scores must be sent directly to Office of Graduate Education Student Services. Minimum scores vary for each graduate program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,532 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Hawaii at Manoa 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 University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, United States
University of Hawaii at Manoa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Credits 33