Communication Studies

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Overview

The Master of Arts in Communication Studies provides students with an opportunity to engage in a multifaceted course of study grounded in a strong theoretical base, but also recognizing the marketplace. Students can choose from three areas of concentration:

  • Interpersonal Communication Processes
  • Strategic Communication
  • Media and Critical Studies

The program prepares students to be more competitive in the work place or to continue studies in a Ph.D. program.

The department also offers the option in Communication Pedagogy, the online option in Communication and Leadership, and the online certificate in Communication Processes.

Degree: Master of Arts

Completion time: 36 Credit Hours

Resources

- Degree Plan
- Program Information in EIU Catalog

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Transfer

Name Type
Communication Studies Major
Broadcast Journalism Option (Undergrad)
Interpersonal Communication Option (Undergrad)
Communication in Organizations Option (Undergrad)
Communication Studies Graduate
Interpersonal Communication Processes Concentration (Grad)
Strategic Communication Concentration (Grad)
Media and Critical Studies Concentration (Grad)
Communication Studies Minor
Communication and Leadership Option Option (Grad)
Communication Studies Pedagogy Option Option (Grad)

Dr. Angela Jacobs, Graduate Coordinator

Buzzard Hall 2419
Email: asjacobs@eiu.edu
URL: https://www.eiu.edu/commstudiesgrad/