Program Overview
The Library Media Studies at Salem State University is a MEd 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 Library Media Studies 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 5.5
- Tuition: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Salem, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Library Media Studies 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
- Educational Research Across the Curriculum
- Theories of Thinking and Learning
- Sheltering Content for English Language Learners
- Sheltering Content for English Language Learners
- Reference Materials and Research
- Electronic Technologies for Information Retrieval
- Administration of the School Media Center
- Information Literacy and the School Curriculum
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).
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- Official transcript or transcript evaluation
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- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) taken within the last five years. Those who already hold a master\'s degree or higher are exempt from this requirement.\xc2\xa0Review complete testing information.
- Copy of teacher\'s license(s) that you may hold
- Passing score on the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Communication and Literacy, both the reading and writing subtests.
- Students who have not previously taken any education courses may need to complete introductory coursework.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 490 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 400 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Salem State University 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 Salem State University
Salem State University
Salem, United States
Salem State University 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- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
