Overview

We are committed to the formation of scholars and high-quality professionals who are ethical, competent, compassionate, and committed to the service of their respective professions, the Church, the nation, and the global community.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the Communication degree program at University of Santo Tomas, the student must be able to:

Critique received/extant communication theory, or appropriate, indigenize, nativize, vernacularize or contextualize said received/extant theories

Utilize theoretical knowledge to conduct original research that will enlighten Philippine communication as a social process

Conceptualize, carry-out, present, and publish original research papers to deepen and widen the corpus of knowledge in communication and allied disciplines;

Administer, manage, and lead a research group, organization, or institution to realize the research and development agenda of the organization vis-a-vis the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Theory

Quantitative Methods in Communication Research

Qualitative Methods in Communication Research

Critical Writing in Communication and Media Studies

Communication for Development

Reporting and Writing Research in Communication and Media Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manila, Philippines

Disciplines

Communication Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Two (2) Referral Forms: 1) from the current immediate superior or Dean; and 2) from a professor in a specialization / major subject

Personal Data Sheet

TOEFL English Proficiency

a photocopy (but duly certified true) of latest Transcript of Records

one (1) colored, passport-size, recent photo

any document(s) attesting to passing the Bar / Board Exam, or being a scholar of any agency (optional)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

59490 PHP / year

≈ 59490 PHP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

45432 PHP / year

≈ 45432 PHP / year

Additional Details

+ $2,750 Out of State Fee

Living costs

Manila

Philippines

25000 - 42000 PHP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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