Program Overview
The Telecommunications at University of Colorado at Boulder 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 Telecommunications 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 7
- Tuition: USD 32,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,597 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boulder, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Telecommunications 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
- Network Economics and Finance
- Principles of Telecommunication Policy
- Telecommunications Law
- Technology Law and Policy Clinic
- Telecommunications Systems
- Network Management and Operations
- Telecommunications Systems Lab
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.6 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).
- Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or\nuniversity, or have done work equivalent to that required for such a degree.
- Personal Statement
- We require one copy of the scanned transcript from each\nundergraduate and graduate institution that you attended.
- Letter of Recommendation
- $60 Application Fee ($80 for international students).
- GRE and GMAT tests
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 32,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,597 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 32,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,597 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado at Boulder 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 Colorado at Boulder
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, United States
University of Colorado at Boulder is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
