Communication Graduate Major (MA, MS)
The MA/MS in Communication provides a discipline-based, integrated study of communication and rhetoric structured around a core of fundamental theories, methodologies, and applications. The program addresses the means, functions, and goals of symbolic human interaction. The range of approaches to course offerings within this program includes theoretical, pragmatic, epistemological, and critical perspectives.
Major Code: 9870
MA
- Conduct research or produce some other form of creative work.
- Demonstrate mastery of subject material.
- Conduct scholarly or professional activities in an ethical manner.
- Exhibit an appropriate level of knowledge in communication.
- Manage communication problems in civic contexts.
- Employ ethical practices in all communication contexts.
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge regarding research methods.
MS
- Conduct research or produce some other form of creative work.
- Demonstrate mastery of subject material.
- Conduct scholarly or professional activities in an ethical manner.
- Exhibit an appropriate level of knowledge in communication.
- Manage communication problems in civic contexts.
- Employ ethical practices in all communication contexts.
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge regarding research methods.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| COMM 503 | THESIS | 6-9 |
| COMM 517 | RESEARCH METHODS IN COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| COMM 520 | INTRODUCTION TO GRADUATE STUDY IN SPEECH COMMUNICATION | 3 |
| COMM 565 | RESEARCH METHODS IN RHETORIC | 3 |
| COMM 599 | SPECIAL TOPICS | 12-18 |
| Communication Theory | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION THEORY AND RESEARCH | ||
| SMALL-GROUP COMMUNICATION THEORY AND RESEARCH | ||
| INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION: THEORIES AND ISSUES | ||
| THEORIES OF CONFLICT AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT | ||
| Rhetorical Theory | ||
| Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
| ADVANCED ARGUMENTATION | ||
| RHETORIC: 500 BC TO 500 AD | ||
| RHETORIC: 500 AD TO 1900 | ||
| CONTEMPORARY THEORIES OF RHETORIC | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select electives with approval from the student's graduate committee: | 9-15 | |
MA (9-12 elective credits) 1 | ||
MS (3-6 elective credits; 6-9 research methods credits) 1,2 | ||
| Total Credits | 45 | |
- 1
Elective credits can include independent study, optional practica or internship credits
- 2
Research Methods credits contain a specific focus in conducting and/or evaluating research in the social sciences
Major Code: 9870