Program Overview
The Mass Communication at Middle Tennessee State University 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 Mass 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 6
- Tuition: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Murfreesboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mass Communication 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
- MC 6000 - The Science of Communication 3 credit hours
- MC 6010 - Cultural Studies in Communication 3 credit hours
- MC 6110 - Quantitative Research Methods 3 credit hours (required research tool)
- MC 6120 - Qualitative Research Methods 3 credit hours (required research tool)
- MC 6300 - Media Law and Ethics 3 credit hours
- MC 6640 - Thesis Research 1 to 6 credit hours (6 credit hours required)
- MC 6200 - Media Management 3 credit hours
- MC 6230 - Media in the Marketplace 3 credit hours
- MC 6250 - Media Organizations 3 credit hours
- MC 6260 - Health Care Communication 3 credit hours
- MC 6320 - Mass Media and Public Opinion 3 credit hours
- MC 6380 - News, Culture, and Democracy 3 credit hours
- MC 6400 - Communication and Technology 3 credit hours
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- an earned bachelor\'s degree from an accredited university or college;
- an acceptable grade point average (GPA) in all coursework completed;
- acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)-a score of 291 (current scale) or 900 (former scale) combined on the verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE is usually required for admission to the degree program.
- submit an application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php);
- submit official transcripts of all previous college work;
- submit a 500-word essay;
- submit three letters of recommendation;
- submit acceptable GRE scores.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Middle Tennessee 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 Middle Tennessee State University
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, United States
Middle Tennessee State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months