Program Overview
The Communication Sciences and Disorders at University of Cincinnati is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 Sciences and Disorders 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: Online
- Tuition: USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communication Sciences and Disorders 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
- Speech Sound Disorders
- Language Disorders in Early Childhood
- Language Disorders in Later Childhood
- Advanced Neurological Basis of Communication Disorders
- Neurogenic Language Disorders
- Neurogenic Cognitive Disorders
- Neurogenic Speech Disorders
- Management of the Hard of Hearing Child
- Advanced Speech and Hearing Science
- Voice Disorders
- Dysphagia
- First Language Acquisition
- School Issues and Procedures
- Graduate Seminar
- Research Design in Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Fluency Disorders
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Advanced Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Early Intervention for Children with Communication Disorders
- Craniofacial Anomalies
- Autism and other Developmental Disabilities
- Counseling in Communication Disorders
- Pediatric Dysphagia
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).
Applicants must meet the following admission requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree. For students who enroll in the program, an official transcript with Bachelor\'s degree posted must be received by the CSD department prior to the beginning of the first semester.
- 3.0 minimum overall undergraduate grade point average.
- A minimum score of 100 IBT on the TOEFL for students whose native language is not English.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 26,210 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States
University of Cincinnati 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 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months