Mass Communication

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Overview

Success in today’s rapidly evolving media industries requires a solid foundation in the liberal arts, a comprehensive training in media theory, and introductory skills in media production as traditional communication channels overlap and converge. The Mass Communication Option helps students learn how to think critically about the ways in which mass communication influences society, and helps them become informed, critical consumers of media. Special focus is given to how mediated communication influences our understanding of political and social life, and our understanding of our place in a world that has become increasingly smaller.

Degree: Bachelor of Arts

Completion time: 49 semester hours required for the major and 120 hours required for graduation

Resources

- Program Information in EIU Catalog

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Transfer

The B.A. in Communication Studies: Mass Communication is transfer friendly for a number of reasons:

  • Students can complete the program in two years.
  • The B.A. degree in Communication major: Mass Communication is a 49 hour degree program without a minor requirement.
  • If you decide to switch to another option for the B.A. degree in Communication Studies you will not significantly delay your progress toward graduation.
  • Transfer students who complete communication courses at other institutions can often use these courses to fulfill degree requirements.  

Dr. Matthew Gill, Chair

Buzzard Hall 2521
Email: cmnjou@eiu.edu
URL: https://www.eiu.edu/commstudies/mass.php