Program Overview
The Journalism with Emphasis in Health Communication at University of Missouri - Columbia is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 with Emphasis in Health 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 15,832 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Columbia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Journalism with Emphasis in Health Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Mass Media Seminar
- Quantitative Research Methods in Journalism
- Qualitative Research Methods in Journalism
- Proseminar in Communications
- Media Ethics
- Communications Law
- Public Relations
- Strategic Communication Practicum
- Science, Health and Environmental Writing
- Strategic Communication Research II
- Principles and Tools in Strategic Communication Planning
- Health News and Promotion
- Theory of Mass Communication
- Communication in Media Organizations
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 are required to meet two sets of minimum qualifications for admission: the requirements of the MA in Journalism program and the minimum requirements of the Graduate School. Because requirements vary, you must refer to a degree program\'s graduate admission page to learn about specific admission criteria, application deadlines, eligibility and application process. Your application materials will be reviewed by both the Graduate School and the degree program to which you\xc2\x92ve applied before official admission to the University of Missouri.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,832 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 15,832 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Missouri - Columbia 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 Missouri - Columbia
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, United States
University of Missouri - Columbia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 9