Memphis,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Journalism and Strategic Media in Memphis United States | University of Memphis
University of Memphis
|
Memphis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our master's program features four specialized tracks: Integrated Strategic Media, News and Storytelling, Visual Media, and Mass Media Research. Students select a focus area to tailor their coursework.
We provide an ideal environment for those seeking to enhance their expertise in journalism, advertising, public relations, strategic communication, and visual media. Our curriculum combines contemporary media theory with hands-on practice, requiring students to implement theoretical knowledge through practical applications like producing multimedia content, conducting innovative audience research, formulating crisis communication strategies, and refining storytelling techniques.
Courses are available both online and in-person, accommodating students across different time zones. We also provide three graduate certificate options: Entrepreneurial Journalism, which partners students with faculty and the Crews Center for Entrepreneurship to explore startup development, including opportunities to present business ideas to potential investors; Multimedia Storytelling, developing technical and narrative skills for today's media landscape; and Social Media Analysis and Strategies, focusing on public engagement and data interpretation through social platforms.
Program goals include: (1) Understanding free speech principles globally and domestically. (2) Recognizing communication professionals' historical impact across cultures. (3) Developing inclusive communication practices. (4) Mastering creative presentation techniques. (5) Writing effectively for diverse professional contexts. (6) Upholding ethical standards in media practice. (7) Applying research and analytical skills. (8) Utilizing statistical concepts. (9) Assessing content quality. (10) Employing current communication technologies. (11) Advancing professional knowledge in media fields.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Baccalaureate Degree: The applicant must provide an official transcript showing that a bachelor’s degree was awarded by an accredited college or university. If you are a UofM undergraduate student applying to Graduate School at UofM, you do not need to request that an official transcript be sent to Graduate Admissions. This office has access to your transcript. In addition, transcripts from any other college or university attended may be requested. Only transcripts received directly from an issuing institution are considered official. Personal copies are not acceptable as official documents.
GPA: The applicant must have earned an acceptable grade point average, typically a minimum of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0, but departments may make exceptions for students whose overall GPA does not adequately reflect their ability to succeed in their chosen field.
English proficiency test scores accepted by the University:
- Duolingo English Test-110 or higher on the overall score.
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 550 or higher on the paper version, 80 or higher on the internet-based test
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)- 6.5 or higher
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) - 59 or higher
Tuition
USD
17,010