Master of Arts in Media And Journalism
offered by Kent State University

Master of Arts in Media And Journalism
at
Kent State University
Overview

Crafting narratives, shaping perspectives: MA in Media & Journalism primes storytellers for the digital age's dynamic communication landscape

Skills you will learn

Who should do this course?

Recent graduates with bachelor's degrees in related fields, professionals seeking to advance their careers in media, journalism, or communications, and individuals looking to transition into the media industry from other disciplines

What are the course deliverables?

Communicate effectively across multiple platforms
Demonstrate an understanding of relevant ethical and legal frameworks in their disciplines
Ground their professional work in relevant theories
Represent high levels of professionalism

More about this course

Kent State's graduate degree in Media and Journalism is an interdisciplinary program that provides a strong foundation to succeed in a rapidly changing media industry. Courses are dynamic and professionally relevant
An optional, fully online concentration in Journalism Education gives current and future educators the tools needed to effectively teach journalism and advise scholastic media at the high school/post-secondary level

Major Requirements

MDJ 60011 THEORY AND SOCIETAL ROLE OF MEDIA AND JOURNALISM

MDJ 60012 MEDIA LAW AND ETHICS

MDJ 61001 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF DIGITAL MEDIA

MDJ 66011 REPORTING, WRITING AND EDITING FOR MEDIA

Additional Requirements or Concentration

Additional Requirements for Students Not Declaring a Concentration

Journalism Education Concentration

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Yes
Applicants who do not meet the minimum University and/or program requirements may be considered for conditional admission Applicant does not meet minimum university/program requirements Applicant does not have expected academic background in the field of proposed graduate study Applicant does not meet minimum English proficiency requirements Applicant does not have final transcripts and/or degree document(s) applicants unable to take the GRE in their home country applicants may submit GMAT, MCAT, PCAT in lieu of GRE
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