Program Overview
The Communication Sciences and Disorders at University of Kentucky is a MSc 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 Sciences and Disorders programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Greece 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Lexington, United States, Greece
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
- Alternative and Augmentative Communication
- Language Disorders in Developmentally Young Individuals
- Language Disorders in School-Age Populations
- Phonological Development and Disorders
- Voice Disorders
- Low Incidence Communication Disorders
- Aphasia and Related Disorders
- Research Methods in Communication Disorders
- Cognitive Communication Disorders
- Adult Swallowing and Motor Speech Disorders
- Pediatric Feeding and Motor Speech Disorders
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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).
In order to complete the application you will need to gather several pieces of information including the following:
- Transcripts: The Graduate School requires an overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 and 3.00 on all graduate work; individual programs may have higher requirements.
- Test Scores: In most cases an official test score (either GRE or GMAT) is required for admission. The Graduate School sets no minimum score for the GRE or GMAT; individual programs may however have specific requirements and it is recommended that you contact them directly for more specific information.
- The minimum GPA for admission to our program is a 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0.
- TOEFL or IELTS Scores: All applicants whose native language is not English will be asked to self-report one of these scores on the application.
- Personal statement
- Writing sample
- Letters of Recommendation
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Kentucky 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 Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
