954 Journalism, Media, and Mass Communication MA Degree Programs

The Master of Arts in Communication is a 36-credit on-campus program in which students develop critical communication skills associated with human interaction and research practices in ways that are grounded in theory and can be immediately applied in practice.

In today’s world, strategic communication professionals are crucial for tackling the challenges faced by governmental, nonprofit, political, and advocacy organizations at local and global levels. Emerson College’s on-campus MA in Political Communication immerses you in politics from day one, teaching you to create and implement impactful political, social advocacy, and public diplomacy campaigns. Housed in the School of Communication's Department of Communication Studies, our program features faculty who are experienced speechwriters, content creators, and crisis managers, with backgrounds in local elections, US presidential campaigns, and global advocacy efforts. With a rich legacy as the first Department of Communication in the US, our students are deeply committed to politics and social justice, viewing communication as a vital tool for driving change in public opinion and policy.

The MA program provides advanced study for students pursuing careers in multimedia communications. Coursework focuses on short-form production, on-camera performance, multimedia writing, and journalism for broadcast as well as for streaming mobile devices, and entrepreneurship. Students graduate from the program with a comprehensive portfolio or reel that showcases their talents refined through a concentrated curriculum.

Developed in partnership with the Institute for Journalism and Social Change, the MA Global Journalism - and its suite of postgraduate pathways - address the emergent challenges and opportunities for journalism in a global and digital news paradigm.

Emerson College’s online MA in Journalism and Media Innovation immerses you in all facets of modern journalism and media. You'll develop multimedia storytelling skills, learn to conduct interviews, write for diverse audiences, pitch news stories and documentaries, and leverage data analytics to investigate leads—all while building a professional portfolio for your career in journalism or communications. Housed in the Department of Journalism within the School of Communication, the program features award-winning faculty who specialize in multimedia journalism, data visualization, and media entrepreneurship, offering personalized mentorship each semester. Whether you aim to work at a news agency, pursue freelance opportunities, or advance in your current role, our curriculum—including electives in law, design, community engagement, and digital publishing—will help you achieve your goals.

The MA in International Journalism provides a dynamic and robust approach to teaching contemporary journalism through the lens of globalisation and digitalisation.

Master of Arts Journalism & Public Affairs. The AU School of Communication MA in Journalism and Public Affairs prepares you for a career as a news and information professional. You'll focus your program studies in one of three areas: Investigative Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, or International Journalism.

This MA degree program aims to help current and prospective communication professionals attain conceptual and theoretical knowledge in mass communication and digital media, and their social and cultural effects.

MA Journalism, Media and Communications will help you to develop an in-depth understanding of how media work across a variety of social, cultural, economic and political contexts. It focuses on the academic study of journalism but also offers opportunities for the development of professional skills through optional modules in the second semester and through research.

Developed in partnership with the Institute for Journalism and Social Change, this pathway on the MA Global Journalism will prepare you for career paths in investigative journalism and human rights reporting. As well as getting to grips with the fundamentals of investigative research techniques, you will learn to address the complex ethical, safety and funding

Suited to those with an international outlook, the course offers a mix of practice and theory for either aspiring journalists or midcareer practitioners to gain a perspective of journalism in different media and different countries. Our MA in International Journalism aims to offer knowledge and expertise for a career in international media or related fields.

This pathway on the MA Global Journalism prepares students to tell high impact world-changing stories using data. It is delivered in partnership with the Institute for Journalism and Social Change, led by Claire Provost (former data journalist for the Guardian and head of global investigations for Open Democracy).

The Social Media and Digital Communication MA will give you the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary digital communication and its seismic impact on politics, culture, and society.

Are you interested in digital media? Do you care about the environment and making our way of life more sustainable? Would you like to prepare for a job that connects both in communication research, journalism, media organizations, NGOs or the public sector? Welcome to ComSustain: Communication Research for a Sustainable Society.

DCU’s MSc in Journalism offers expert-led training in political, climate, and data journalism, plus hands-on skills in video, audio, and MoJo production. Learn in state-of-the-art labs and studios, gain real-world experience through a six-week media internship, and join a network of Ireland’s top journalists.

The Intercultural Communication MA program is designed to help students understand how cultures influence communication, especially in our increasingly connected world. It covers key theories and methods used to analyze intercultural interactions, ai…

Are you interested in information and communication processes? Then you should choose one of the tracks of this Master's degree program. In the MA in Communication & Information Studies, you can choose between different tracks that focus on communication: Communication Studies, Computer Communication, Communication and Education, Information Science, and Digital Humanities.

Rooted in the real world, this course will help you to gain all the practical skills and experience you’ll need to pursue a thriving career in journalism. Good journalism is essential to a functioning society. This course is designed to give you all the valuable skills and knowledge needed to work in the diverse and fast-moving environment that is modern journalism and media.