Program Description
The media studies major is a broad communication experience within the School of Communications. In this program, students explore the design, delivery and effects of media messages in a range of communication fields and across multiple communication platforms. Media studies majors approach media from academic and practical standpoints, develop diverse professional portfolios and hone skills integral to a variety of media careers. The media studies degree affords an excellent foundation for pursuing a variety of careers within any organization that uses and values communication.
Successful graduates of this program will be able to:
- Develop media content for different fields, platforms and audiences.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the need to think ethically when creating messages.
- Evaluate media in historical and global context.
- Conceive and implement effective communication strategies.
- Analyze media content and effects.
In this program, students explore the design, delivery and effects of media messages in a range of communication fields and across multiple communication platforms. Media Studies majors approach media from both academic and practical standpoints, and develop diverse professional portfolios and skills integral to a variety of media careers.
