Program
Outline
Master of Arts in Broadcast Communication
The Master of Arts in Broadcast Communication requires the successful completion of the required core (15 credit hours), and seven courses (21 hours) from the approved electives for a total of 36 hours. The student also is required to successfully complete a comprehensive examination during the last term of coursework.
Every student in the M.A. in Broadcast Communication program must pass the Writing Proficiency Exam by the end of the first semester. Students who do not pass the Writing Proficiency Exam will be required to take additional coursework in writing and pass the exam before continuing in the graduate program. These credit hours do not apply toward the M.A. degree.
A cumulative average of B (3.0) or better is required for graduation. Any student who has received two C grades or a grade below a C while in the program is liable to departmental or school action, including dismissal.
A student will be allowed no more than seven years to complete the program.
Required Core (15 semester hours) |
COM 507 |
Communication Theory |
3 credits |
COM 595 |
Communication Law |
3 credits |
COM 637 |
Communication Research |
3 credits |
COM 647 |
Qualitative Research |
3 credits |
COM 651 |
Intercultural Communication |
3 credits |
Electives
(21 semester hours) |
COM 518 |
Broadcast News* |
3 credits |
COM 597 |
Media Management |
3 credits |
COM 605 |
Advanced TV Production |
3 credits |
COM 626 |
Media Programming |
3 credits |
COM 697 |
S/T: Media Criticism |
3 credits |
COM 697 |
S/T or Elective |
3 credits |
COM 650 |
Final Video Project |
3 credits |
COM 699 |
Thesis Guidance |
3-6 credits |
*Students must first demonstrate competency with studio equipment or complete COM 514 (Audio and Video Production) before enrolling in COM 518 (Broadcast News).
**Prerequisites apply to some courses
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