PhD Mass Communication at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The Mass Communication PhD offers training for academic careers primarily in mass communication instruction, research, or policy. Areas of specialization include media processes, influences, and effects (including journalism, health communication, advertising, public relations, and political communication); media law, ethics, and history; and media management. The program is suffused with the study of new communication technologies.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 4 years / 46 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Second Theory Requirement, Additional Method Requirement, Electives, Outside Courses, Thesis Credits. All courses offered on the A-F and S/N grade basis must be taken A-F.

Career pathways

The Mass Communication PhD offers training for academic careers primarily in mass communication instruction, research, or policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is considered for fall semester only; the application deadline is December 15. Applicants must submit a department application; a clearly written statement of purpose; three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with their scholarship and research potential; a complete set of transcripts; academic work samples in English; and a resume or curriculum vita. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 4 years / 46 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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