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Overview
Candidates joining the Communication program are expected to successfully complete 33 credit hours of course and thesis work in a period ranging from four to eight semesters. The program consists of compulsory courses (15 credits), elective courses (9 credits) and a thesis (9 credits).
Objectives
The Communication program at University of Sharjah seeks to achieve the following objectives:
- To provide students with diverse theoretical perspectives on communication.
- To enable students to engage in discussions relating to contemporary cultural, social and ethical media issues from Arab-Islamic and international perspectives.
- To build up UAE national capabilities in media scholarship and practical research.
- To foster long-term collaborative relations with the UAE community.
- To prepare students for Ph.D. studies in communication at internationally recognized universities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Advanced Communication Theories
- Seminar in Communication Technologies
- Seminar in Mass Media and Society
- Seminar in Broadcasting
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
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Credits
33 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Certificate equivalence from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for Certificates issued from outside the UAE.
- Certified Colored Copy of the University Degree
- Certified Colored Copy of the University Transcript
- Colored Copy of Identity Card and Passport
- Colored copy of Family Book or Residence Visa
- Letters of Recommendation from Two Professors
- Curriculum Vitae
- Two Recent Colored Photos
- English Proficiency Certificate
- Alumni Card (for UoS Graduates)
- Attachment of ‘no objection certificate’ from the authorities responsible for national service for male Emirati students
- Attachment of a letter of study approval from Kuwait Embassy Cultural Office for Kuwaiti students only.
- Attachment of People of Determination card (if applicable).
- Payment of Application Fees (Non-Refundable) in (AED 420)
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Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents52800 AED / year≈ 52800 AED / year
Living costs
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
3400 - 5200 AED / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Communication.
Available Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
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