Program Overview
The Public Relations at University of Southern Mississippi 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 Public Relations 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
- Tuition: USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Hattiesburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Relations 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 608 - Critical & Cultural Theory of Mass Communication 3 hrs.
- MC 620 - Public Relations Theory 3 hrs.
- MC 621 - Public Relations Campaigns 3 hrs.
- MC 626 - Public Relations Strategies and Tactics 3 hrs.
- MC 720 - Introduction to Graduate Research in Communication 3 hrs.
- MCJ 526 - Public Relations Research 3 hrs.
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).
- Undergraduate academic record:
- Regular Admission: An overall 3.0 GPA is required as well as a 3.0 major GPA. A cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours from all institutions of our applicants has ranged from 3.0 to 4.0.
- Conditional Admission: The cumulative GPA of the last 60 hours from all institutions is usually 2.75 or better.Students admitted on conditional admission status must take their first nine semester hours of graduate levelcourse work in the School of Mass Communication and Journalism and earn a 3.0 GPA on all course work taken whilecompleting the nine-hour requirement.
- Graduate Record Examination - Scores from the GRE must be submitted.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language
- A statement of purpose indicating why he/she wishes to pursue a master\'s degree at Southern Miss.
- Letters of Recommendation - The admission committee reviews letters of recommendation to gain a more personal understanding of the applicant\'s abilities in communication areas and in critical thinking. Each applicant should request three current letters of recommendation by faculty in their major field of study who are well acquainted with their major field of study. For admission to master\'s level study, at least one of the letters may be submitted by a media or public relations professional who is familiar with the applicant\'s work and his or her suitability for graduate study.
- Writing Sample
- Resume
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 493 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 402 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern Mississippi 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 Southern Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, United States
University of Southern Mississippi 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