Doctor of Philosophy in Communication at University of New Mexico

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Communication program aims to prepare students to become scholars and professionals who are conversant with one or more areas in the field of communication. Because of the wide diversity of disciplinary approaches represented in the work of the department, the graduate program is open to students with undergraduate preparation in communication, journalism, the humanities, the social sciences, and other fields related to the study of communi.

Faculty: College of Arts & Sciences: Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary | Department: Communication & Journalism | Duration: 57 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

What you will study

Academic requirements for the Ph.D. in Communication consist of an intensive program of coursework, research, and professional development. The doctoral degree requires a minimum of 39 credit hours beyond the Master's degree, plus 18 credit hours for the dissertation.

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Entry requirements

For all candidates, admission must be approved by the departmental Committee on Graduate Studies. Students entering the Ph.D. in Communication program who do not have an M.A. in Communication may be required to take CJ 500 and CJ 501. The Ph.D. Program Director makes this determination after a review of the student's application materials and/or a meeting with the student. These courses are taken in addition to the required Ph.D. credit hours. Communication Background: Students entering the Ph.D. in Communication program who do not have an M.A. in Communication may be required to take CJ 500 and CJ 501. The Ph.D. Program Director makes this determination after a review of the student's application materials and/or a meeting with the student. These courses are taken in addition to the required Ph.D. credit hours.

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: 57 credit hours

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