Program Overview
The Media Studies at CUNY Brooklyn College is a MSc programme in Communications & Media, 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 5,065 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Introduction to Media Studies
- Media Studies Seminar
- The Digital Media Environment
- Media and Communication History and Regulation
- Critical Analysis of Media
- Media Research Methods
- Seminar in Media Literacy
- Fieldwork in Electronic Media
- Seminar in Media Literacy
- Broadcast and New Media Journalism
- Seminar in Media Industries
- Global Media
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Submit the following documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions:\xc2\xa0
- Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.\xc2\xa0
- Two letters of recommendation.\xc2\xa0
- Resume.\xc2\xa0
- Statement of purpose (800-1000 words).\xc2\xa0
- Essay addressing the following two questions (approximately 1000 words total):\xc2\xa0
1. Choose a specific topic receiving attention in the news today (health-related, conflict, economic, education, etc.). Briefly discuss various ways one might examine the way that issue is covered across the spectrum of news media.\xc2\xa0
2. What is one area, either within a segment of the media industry or in media scholarship, that you find particularly compelling? Why?\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,065 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 5,065 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact CUNY Brooklyn College 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 CUNY Brooklyn College
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, United States
CUNY Brooklyn College 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- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-25
- Language English
