Overview
The Master of Arts degree in Communication is a dynamic, flexible program in the heart of the Bay Area. As a student you will construct a program of interest to you, with a solid foundation in communication theory and research. Your experience will include specialized seminars from a variety of areas including: rhetoric, cultural studies, organizational communication, media studies, strategic communication and political communication.
The Communication program at California State University East Bay consists of 31 units including: core courses, graduate elective seminars, and independent study courses. The culminating experience is a thesis, project, or comprehensive exam.
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Engage critical/creative thinking toward a convergent praxis of theory and applications relevant to the communication discipline/field;
- Conduct original research adding to the discovery of knowledge in the communication discipline/field;
- Demonstrate results of original research in the communication discipline/field through presentation in written, oral, or mediated formats;
- Develop critical and cultural perspectives for promoting social justice through communication.
- Demonstrate mastery in the scholarly discipline/field of communication.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Graduate Study
- Theories in Communication
- Communication, Media, and Society
- Globalization and Media
- Critical Cultural Studies
- Critical Ethnic Media Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Communication Studies Cognitive Sciences View 196 other Masters in Cognitive Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you were educated outside of the U.S., you must have earned a degree equivalent to a 4-year U.S. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. An official determination of eligibility will be made during the application process.
- English language proficiency
- Statement of Purpose
- CV / Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
15557 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15557 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
15557 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15557 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
8429 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8429 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Hayward
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.