BA/BS Mass Communications + MS Media Studies

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

This accelerated combined degree program allows students to complete two degrees in just five academic years. BA or BS in Mass Communications.MS in Media Studies.Students receive the same benefits of both curriculums and move seamlessly from the undergraduate program to graduate studies. You will save time and money, as well as jump-start your career. The mass communications program at SIUE prepares students to succeed in careers in one of the fastest growing and most dynamic areas: the mass media.At SIUE, our students receive one-on-one attention from their instructors due to small class sizes and curriculum that keeps up with changes in the media industry. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and faculty members who dedicate themselves to serving the professional and intellectual needs of students. This program is designed for students who wish to concentrate in:Professional media practiceMedia message design.Media campaigns.Media policy.Marketing communications and management.Media studies.Media and politics.Media influence.Media ethics.Media literacy.Transnational media.Media representation.The expertise of our graduate faculty enables students to attain high levels of competency in message design and placement, theoretical application, and research design.

College of Arts and Sciences