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Mass Communications

University of South Florida
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Tuition USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Feb, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Tampa, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Mass Communications at University of South Florida 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 Mass Communications 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Tampa, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Mass Communications programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Introduction to Mass Communication Research
  2. Mass Communication Theory
  3. Research Methods
  4. JOU6501
  5. JOU5344
  6. JOU6349
  7. MMC6612
  8. Thesis OR
  9. MMC6950
  10. Media Management
  11. Multimedia Journalism
  12. Advanced Multimedia Journalism
  13. Law and Mass Media
  14. Applied Research Project
  15. Web Design and Multimedia
  16. Strategic Communication Campaigns
  17. Strategic Communication Management
  18. Introduction to Strategic Communication Theory and Research
  19. Strategic Communication Media
  20. Strategic Message Design

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Same as university except that the students are required to have:

  • 3.0 upper division GPA

  • 153V, 144Q preferred on the GRE

  • resume

  • three letters of recommendation (academic recommendations preferred)

  • strong letter of intent

  • bachelor\'s degree from an accredited institution

Students who lack an appropriate background in the selected concentration may be required to take additional courses to meet concentration minimums.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 21,126 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,428 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of South Florida 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 South Florida

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University of South Florida

Tampa, United States

public university in Tampa, Florida, United States

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline Feb, 2027
  • Start Date Aug, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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