Overview

In the Communication course at California State University East Bay, you will learn foundational approaches to theory, criticism, research, and ethics in communication that prepare students for the public and professional spheres, on local, national, and international levels. With a faculty advisor, you will construct a programme of interest to you with a solid foundation in communication theory and research.

Career Opportunities

The programme prepares you for advancement in communication and media-related fields. Students with an M.A. in Communication work in areas such as teaching, media technologies, journalism, consulting, human resources, communication training, management, sales, government, and politics. Numerous students use the degree as preparation for Ph.D. and law degrees.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Speaking

Interpersonal Communication

Communication, Media and Culture

Communication Theories

New Media in the Digital Age

Argumentation and Advocacy

Famous Politics: Media, Celebrity and Social Life

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hayward, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Communication or a related field/discipline. A GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Application for admission includes two parts:

Submit the online University application at CALSTATE Apply;

Submit the department application form, a statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of scholarly writing to the Graduate Coordinator, Department of Communication, Cal State East Bay, Hayward, CA 94542. Links to both university and department application forms are available on the Department of Communication website.

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

17599 USD / year

≈ 17599 USD / year
Out-of-State

17599 USD / year

≈ 17599 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9607 USD / year

≈ 9607 USD / year

Living costs

Hayward

United States

1370 - 2510 USD / 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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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Funding

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