About the course

The Master of Arts in Communication integrates theoretical and research components of mass, interpersonal and organizational communication, preparing students for work and further academic studies. We accept students with a variety of undergraduate degrees and professional experiences. A master's degree in communication provides opportunities for students to pursue careers in a variety of industries or advance themselves in their current communication career. Graduates typically land jobs as account executives, media planners, marketing and communication directors, public information officers, public relations officers, brand managers and digital strategists. Many communication professionals work for nonprofits, educational institutions, entertainment businesses, healthcare, agencies, private businesses, government organizations and more. Graduate faculty in the department of communication engage students to think critically about the communication revolution by sharing top-tier research training and recent professional experience. From day one, students are encouraged to gain hands-on training with real clients, internships, and networking at national conferences that will help build a competitive portfolio and professional contacts. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$31,680

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Mobile
Summer (May), 2024	Mobile
Fall (August), 2024	Mobile
Spring (January), 2025	Mobile
Summer (May), 2025	Mobile
Fall (August), 2025	Mobile
Spring (January), 2026	Mobile
Summer (May), 2026	Mobile

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of South Alabama

Students must submit official copies of undergraduate transcripts.

　　Applicants to graduate programs in Arts and Sciences typically have a minimum GPA of at least a 3.0 on all undergraduate work. In exceptional cases, applicants may be considered with at least a 2.5 GPA on all undergraduate work, or at least a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate work.

　　International students must submit documentation of TOEFL test scores of at least 525 (197 on computer based test) or 71 on internet based test or a minimum score of 6 on the IELTS.

　　Students must submit a satisfactory score on the general portion of the Graduate Record Examination or the Graduate Management Admissions Test. The scores required for regular admission are:

　　GRE - The required score is 297 or more combined points on the quantitative and verbal portions.

　　GMAT - A combined score of 1000 or better when calculated as follows: 200 x undergraduate GPA + GMAT score.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of South Alabama. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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