Program Overview
The Communication Sciences and Disorders at University of Wisconsin - River Falls is a MSc programme in Communications & Media over 30 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 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: 30 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: USD 750 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 460 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Wisconsin Rapids, United States, United States
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
- Research Methods in Communicative Disorders
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Central Nervous System
- Cognitive Disorders in Adults
- Voice and Resonance Disorders
- Audiology II
- Auditory Processing and Auditory Processing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Developmental Language Disorders
- Augmentative/Alternative Communication Systems
- Aphasia
- Communicative Replacements for Challenging Behaviors
- Articulation/Phonology and Fluency Disorders
- Audiology Practicum 1
- Audiology Practicum 2
- Counseling and Multicultural Issues in Communicative Disorders
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- An earned baccalaureate degree from an\naccredited institution; \n
- An overall undergraduate grade point average\nof at least 2.75 (on a four-point scale) or an average of at least 2.90\nbased on the last 64 semester credits (90 quarter credits) of the\nundergraduate program; \n
- Completed application received with $56\nprocessing fee \n
- Any additional admissions requirements\nspecific to your program \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 750 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 460 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 750 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 460 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Wisconsin - River Falls 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 Wisconsin - River Falls
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
River Falls, United States
University of Wisconsin - River Falls is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-05
- Language English
- Duration 30 months