Davis,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Communication - Media Uses, Processes and Effects in Davis United States | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
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Davis United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,366
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Researchers in this field investigate the reasons behind people's media preferences and the impact of media consumption. Our work focuses on understanding the mechanisms connecting media usage with its effects, along with the variables influencing both media selection and outcomes. Employing quantitative approaches, we evaluate theories spanning multiple disciplines. Consequently, our expertise covers diverse topics such as cognitive processing, memory studies, political decision-making, election campaigns, public sentiment analysis, health messaging, developmental media patterns, audience engagement, and media depictions of intimate relationships. Students collaborate with experts from communication studies, political science, psychology, public opinion research, and network analysis. We promote methodological diversity, teaching techniques like content examination, experimental designs, survey research (both snapshot and long-term studies), and biometric assessments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Successful applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or the equivalent that is comparable to a degree from the University of California both in distribution of academic subject matter and in scholarship achievement. Regional accreditation for U.S. institutions and authorization by a national higher education authority for international institutions
Transcripts of all college work, a Statement of Purpose, and a Personal History Statement.
The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 100 out of a possible 120, counting all four sections of the iBT TOEFL (Internet-based TOEFL). TOEFL scores expire after two years.
Graduate Studies requires a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale.
A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) from the institution where you have earned or will earn your bachelor's degree.
The minimum IELTS score for admission is 7.0 on a 9-point scale.
The letters of recommendation should be from persons who can evaluate your scholarly potential. We suggest obtaining at least two letters from faculty members with whom you have studied or worked.
Transcripts of all college work, a Statement of Purpose, and a Personal History Statement.
The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 100 out of a possible 120, counting all four sections of the iBT TOEFL (Internet-based TOEFL). TOEFL scores expire after two years.
Graduate Studies requires a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale.
A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) from the institution where you have earned or will earn your bachelor's degree.
The minimum IELTS score for admission is 7.0 on a 9-point scale.
The letters of recommendation should be from persons who can evaluate your scholarly potential. We suggest obtaining at least two letters from faculty members with whom you have studied or worked.
Tuition
USD
27,366