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Professional Communication

Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne
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Tuition USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 332 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Apr, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Fort Wayne, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Professional Communication at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 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 Professional 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 332 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: Fort Wayne, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Professional Communication 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. Theories of Interpersonal Communication
  2. Theories of Persuasion
  3. Small Group Communication
  4. Theories of Rhetoric
  5. Introduction to Cultural Studies

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Graduate Record Examination

As a degree-seeking applicant, it is recommended that you take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) if you:

  • are seeking admission to a program that requires it
  • wish to be considered for certain fellowship opportunities;
  • believe your previous academic record does not adequately reflect your abilities;
  • received a baccalaureate degree from a non-accredited institution;
  • elect to use the GRE Aptitude Test as a means to document proficiency in English.

    • Completed applications for regular admission and all required supporting materials have deadlines that vary. Contact your program office for specific deadline information.

    English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 332 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 751 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 332 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne 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 Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne

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    Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne

    Fort Wayne, United States

    Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) was a public university in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Founded in 1964, IPFW was a cooperatively managed regional campus of two state university...

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline Apr, 2027
    • Start Date Aug, 2026
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months
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