Communication Studies (Thesis) (M.A.) (45 credits)

Offered by: Art History & Communications (Faculty of Arts)    
Degree: Master of Arts
Program credit weight: 45

Program Description

The M.A. in Communication Studies offers advanced training in the critical, historical, and theoretical analysis of communication in culture, communication technology, and communication policy. M.A. students pursue coursework and write an M.A. thesis that reflects sustained analysis of a topic in Communication Studies. The M.A. degree is academic in character, and does not include professional training in media production.

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Thesis Courses (24 credits)

Required Course (3 credits)

Complementary Courses (18 credits)

18 credits of 500-level or higher COMS courses; two courses outside COMS require approval of the Graduate Program Director.