- Campuses :
- Twin Cities
- Crookston
- Duluth
- Morris
- Rochester
- Other Locations
View each individual program page below for more information on M.A. program requirements
Coursework for the M.A. in mass communication focuses on the theoretical study of mass communication and emphasizes analysis of the processes and structures of media systems.
The SJMC and the University of Minnesota Law School offers a M.A. in Mass Communication & J.D. in Law (dual degree).
Modern law practice increasingly intersects with and draws from other disciplines. University of Minnesota students will gain valuable interdisciplinary training by simultaneously pursuing a law degree and another University graduate or professional degree. These innovative "dual" and "joint" degree programs enable students to tailor their education to suit future career goals. By permitting students to apply a limited number of credits towards degree requirements in both schools, combined programs save time and tuition expense, compared to seeking separate degrees.
The Professional M.A. in Strategic Communication is designed exclusively for working professionals in advertising, public relations, corporate communications, non-profit organizations, and government. The two year, 33-credit program is conceptually and structurally distinct from the academic master’s degree in mass communication in that it focuses on advanced professional study of communications strategy, planning, evaluation, and creative management. The curriculum is tailored to provide a solid foundation for future communication leaders, and recognizes that the communication industry is changing rapidly and is more volatile than ever.
Students in the Professional M.A. in Strategic Communication:
Medical and public health issues have become among the most important and complex of our time. If you’re a journalist, you probably already know how difficult it can be to report on health and health policy, but you also know how critical it is for meeting the public’s needs. If you’re a health professional, you too recognize that providing accurate and clear communication about health to the communities you serve, to policymakers and to the public at large are central to your work.
The SJMC and the University of Minnesota School of Public Health (SPH) have joined together to offer a Professional M.A. in Health Journalism & Communication. The program offers a unique curriculum that not only balances study across the disciplines of journalism and public health, but also incorporates the recent changes in communication technologies that are having a major impact in this area. The curriculum and course flow are designed to work for both full-time students and professionals who are completing the master’s degree while working.
The program is geared toward:
Students in the program can:
