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Communication and Media Studies

Fisher College

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Full-time

€42,465.77/year

Duration

4 Years

Language

English

Program Description

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies program at Fisher College is an interdisciplinary program that combines courses in communication, advertising, public relations, journalism, and video production. The program considers media industries and their relationship to culture and society, and helps students develop a more nuanced understanding of how communication works. By emphasizing both theoretical and applied perspectives, students acquire the skills to become competent communicators and media literate consumers of informative and persuasive messages.

Entry Requirements

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Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

English Level

IELTS

5.5

TOEFL (internet based)

Required Documents

Certified Copy of the English Certification

ID Certified Copy

Passport Certified Copy

Certified Copy of the High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Student Visa

Notes:

Additional Application Requirements:

Official transcript sent directly from your secondary school. Photocopies of transcripts are not acceptable.
A notarized, current bank statement verifying that the student has a minimum of $55,000.00 U.S. Dollars in a cash account available for his or her use.

Health Records and Insurance:

Complete health and immunization records.
Proof of health insurance.
Fisher College requires that all students fulfill their financial obligations prior to the start of classes.

Alternative English Language Qualifications:

Cambridge PET exam
Duolingo English Test
The STEP Eiken exam
The ESPT exam
The International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) with a minimum score of Level 5 or higher.

Conditional Admission:

TOEFL: 32 iBT or IELTS: 3.5
Accepts OEAT
Maximum Credits Available While in ESL: 6-9

Important Information:

There may be an additional application fee by this University.

Curriculum

Core Modules

Introduction to Human Communications

Introduction to Mass Communication

Public Speaking

Media Writing

Communication Theory

Media Criticism

Senior Seminar

Program Elective (6)

Careers

The breadth of the Communication and Media Studies field major prepares students for a wide variety of careers:

corporate communication
not-for-profit business
industries like advertising, public relations, journalism and broadcasting, communication

Whether pursuing a position in a specialized field such as health communication or sports communication, applying for city, state, and federal government jobs, or launching your career with an Internet start-up; the number of potential career paths a communication major can pursue is quite staggering!