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MA Journalism and Mass Communication at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Advertising (Thesis and Non-Thesis) Track The master’s in advertising program prepares students for jobs in a variety of advertising, marketing communication, health communication and social/digital communication as well as for future graduate studies. Students will acquire skills as managers, analysts, strategists, creative decision-makers and planners in advertising and related marketing communication fields.

Faculty: Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

30 credit hours total. Required courses include ADPR 5750/7750 Social Media Analytics, Listening, and Engagement; JRMC 7000 (0-3 hours) Master's Research; JRMC 7300 (3-6 hours) Master's Thesis; JRMC 8100 Advertising and Communication Management; JRMC 8110 Advertising Media Planning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Official Undergraduate Transcripts: Minimum GPA: 3.0. Transcripts from all attended institutions (even dual enrollment and transfer credit) are required. Double Dawgs are permitted to use unofficial copies of transcript. TOEFL or IELTS Requirement (Non-native English Speakers): ELTS Minimum Overall Score: 6.5, Minimum Subscore: 6.0 Three Letters of Recommendation Statement of Purpose Resume or CV

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 30 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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