| The Masters Degree in Communication
is a minimum 38- and maximum 45-unit degree. The number of required
units varies in accordance to the selected matriculation track. The
degree program consists of 5 mandatory core courses (20 units) and
fulfillment of one of the following two matriculation tracks:
1) Master of Arts in Communication:
requires completion of one concentration (12 units) beyond the core
and a six-unit thesis.
2) Master of Science in Communication:
requires fulfillment of two concentrations (24 units) beyond the
core, a one-unit practicum, and successful completion of written &
oral comprehensive examinations.
Click here to view a comparison of the two programs.
Core Courses Required of All Communication Master Degree Graduate
Students (16 units)
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COM 610
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(F)
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Proseminar & Communication Theory (4 units)
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COM 620
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(F)
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Quantitative Communication Research Methods (4 units)
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COM 630
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(S)
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Qualitative Communication Research Methods (4 units)
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COM 640
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(S)
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Communication Ethics and Values (4 units)
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*Students must enroll in COM 695 in conjunction with directed
class research and service learning graduate project in the May
summer session following their first year in the graduate program.
Click here to view the core courses course descriptions
Concentrations: Students should select concentrations from
among offerings described at 500 & 600 levels. 500 level course
offerings are taken for graduate credit pending supplemental work and
graduate level activities. There are additional expectations beyond
the undergraduate requirements for graduate students taking 500 level
courses.
Practicum: Students selecting the MS track are required to
complete a one-unit practicum project under the direction of a
graduate faculty member prior to taking comprehensive examinations.
The supervising graduate faculty member must approve the proposed
practicum project. The format of the practicum should vary with
different students in the track. The practicum project should
integrate the scholarly theory and research content of one or more of
the student's concentrations with a practical communication
application for an on- or off-campus constituent client. This is
intended to provide hands-on experience by offering students the
opportunity to use advanced knowledge of communication in the "real
world".
A "concentration" requires 9 to 12 units consisting of 3
related courses designated by the Graduate Committee. The
student should "declare" a concentration in either matriculation
track during the advisement process. The Graduate Committee
will note the student's concentration in program record keeping and
permit students to indicate such on their vitae.
Some courses have mandatory student prerequisites, and students
are reminded that graduate credit can only be awarded for 500 and 600
level coursework. No course with grades less than 'C' (2.0)
will be counted as meeting a prerequisite for 500 level classes.
Students can meet prerequisites from their completed undergraduate
coursework or via supplemental work beyond the minimum degree
requirements for the graduate degree. Graduate students must
identify themselves to the professor, gain permission to continue
enrollment, and complete additional requirements in the course.
A. Intercultural Communication (select at least 3 courses
from the following)
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COM 506
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(4)
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Media Worldwide
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COM 512
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(4)
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Media Impact US Minorities
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COM 513
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(4)
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Intercultural Communication
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COM 514
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(4)
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International Communication and Negotiation
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COM 515
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(3)
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Intercultural Communication: Case Studies
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B. Organizational Communication (select at least 3 courses from the following)
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COM 519
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(3)
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Communication and Conflict
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COM 521
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(3)
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Organizational Communication Analysis
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COM 522
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(3)
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Communication Development & Training
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COM 692
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(4)
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Appropriate course topic only;
requires approval of Communication Graduate Chairperson
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SPE 599
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(4)
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Small Group Communication (Involves attending SPE 483 and
performing additional requirements assigned by the professor.)
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The following course may be taken in this concentration when the
course is offered:
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COM 518
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(4)
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Advanced Organizational Communication
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C. Mediated & Mass Communication (select at least 3 courses
from the following)
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ADV 561
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(4)
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Advanced Account Planning & Research
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COM 506
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(4)
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Media Worldwide
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COM 512
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(4)
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Media Impact US Minorities
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COM 590
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(4)
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Variable topic appropriate to concentration
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MSCO 560
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(4)
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Philosophy & Effects of Mass Communication
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MSCO 570
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(4)
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Mass Communication Law
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PR 505
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(4)
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Public Relations Management
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PR 555
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(3)
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Advanced Case Studies in Public Relations - consent of instructor
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TC 550
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(3)
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Programs & Funding
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The following courses may be taken in this concentration when the
courses are offered.
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MSCO 580
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(4)
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Mass Media Management - prerequisites: none
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JOUR 565
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(4)
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News Communication Techniques Seminar
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D. Persuasion and Social Change (select at least 3 courses from the following)
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SPE 587
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(3)
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Rhetorical Theory
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SPE 588
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(3)
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Rhetorical Criticism
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SPE 599
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(4)
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Small Group Communication
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The following courses may be taken in this concentration when the
courses are offered.
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SPE 581
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(4)
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Theories of Persuasion
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COM 507
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(4)
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Public Opinion, Propaganda, and Attitude Change
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COM 530
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(3)
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Interpersonal Communication Theory
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Directed Studies (COM 599; JOUR 599; PR 599: SPE 599; TC 599) may
be used for a concentration course when no other option is available.
The student and guiding faculty member will create a syllabus
of course materials and assignments relating to a specific area of
study which is not covered by existing course content.
Additional Concentrations may be arranged with the prior approval
of the student's advisor, the Graduate Chairperson and the Division
Chairpersons.
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