Program Overview
The Journalism - Research Track at The University of Alabama is a MA 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 Journalism - Research Track 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Tuscaloosa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Journalism - Research Track 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
- Orientation to Graduate Studies
- Seminar in Communication Theory
- Communication Research Methods
- Contemporary Issues
- History of Journalism and the First Amendment
- Thesis Research
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).
Admission to graduate work in the Program of Journalism requires a 3.0 or higher undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) and a score of at least 300\xc2\xa0on the Graduate Record Examination general test. All those interested in being admitted into the program must apply for admission to the Graduate School of the University of Alabama the semester prior to their anticipated start date.
- Completed\xc2\xa0online application form
- $50 application fee ($60 for international applicants)
- Resume/CV
- A statement of purpose emphasizing why you want to complete a journalism degree in our program and how the degree will advance your professional and educational goals
- Three letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from previous academic institutions
- Graduate Record Examination scores (international applicants should also report TOEFL scores)
- Optional \xc2\x96 Two-three samples of journalistic works
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Alabama 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 The University of Alabama
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months