MSc in Media Studies in Edwardsville United States | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

The Department of Mass Communications provides a graduate program culminating in a Master of Science degree focused on media studies. This program caters to students seeking specialization in either professional media practice (including media message creation, campaign development, policy analysis, marketing communications, and management) or media studies (covering topics like media's political role, societal impact, ethical considerations, literacy, global media, and representation). These specialization tracks align with the graduate faculty's professional strengths, allowing students to develop advanced skills in message crafting, theoretical implementation, and research methodology. With approximately 30 enrolled students, the media studies master's program ensures intimate class sizes (typically 8-15 students), customized academic guidance from the program director tailored to individual career objectives, and strong mentorship opportunities with faculty advisors overseeing student projects and theses. While most students commence their studies in August during the fall semester and can complete the program within one year, the department accepts applications year-round and evaluates them on a rolling basis.