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PhD Mass Communication at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Gain critical thinking skills, independence and unparalleled hands-on experience with Grady’s top-ranked Ph.D. program in mass communication. Drawing on the resources of Grady College, our curriculum prepares scholars for academic careers in teaching and research or for professional careers in the media industry and government.

Faculty: Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication  |  Duration: 63 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

63 credit hours total. Required courses include JRMC 8010 Research Methodology in Mass Communication Research; JRMC 9000 (min. 18 hours) Doctoral Research; JRMC 9010 Mass Communication Theory; JRMC 9011 Critical Media Studies; JRMC 9020 Quantitative Research in Mass Communication.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate and Graduate transcripts For international students, a TOEFL or IELTS exam Three letters of recommendation Statement of Purpose Current resume/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: 63 credit hours

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

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