Program Overview
The Communication at University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a Master 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 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Baton Rouge, 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
- Graduate Research
- Intro to Grad Studies and Teaching Pedagogy
- Communication Theory
- Communication Law and Ethics, or elective (if communication law passed within last three years.)
- Communication Research Design and Analysis
- Capstone focus course, or elective.
- Capstone focus course, or elective.
- Thesis, or elective.
- Elective.
- Thesis, or Directed Individual Study (Project).
- Capstone focus course, or elective.
- Elective (if needed).
- Option 2: Spring Start
- Communication Law and Ethics, or elective (if communication law passed within last three years.)
- Elective.
- Elective.
- Graduate Research
- Intro to Grad Studies and Teaching Pedagogy
- Communication Theory
- Capstone focus course, or elective.
- Communication Research Design and Analysis
- Thesis, or elective.
- Thesis, or Directed Individual Study (Project).
- Capstone focus course, or elective.
- Elective (if needed).
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All Applicants
- Online admission application
- Application fee
- Official transcripts from all universities attended
- Official GRE scores
- Three letters of recommendation
- Proof of immunization form
Additional Materials Required of International Applicants
- Official TOEFL or IELTS scores
- Financial information form
- Copy of passport
Additional Materials Required of Graduate Assistantship Applicants
- Department graduate assistantship online application
- (Goes directly to department.)
- Graduate School application for graduate assistantship.
- (Different from department form. You must complete and submit both.)
- Writing sample
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 Louisiana at Lafayette
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, United States
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months