The MA Mass Communication Research option offers an opportunity for critical reflection on contemporary media structures, performance, policy and practice. It provides graduate-level study in communication theory, research methods and relevant realms of culture, law, history, politics and ethics. The research track is designed for students interested in an in-depth study of media or for those who wish to enhance an undergraduate or professional media background. The program is especially recommended for students desiring to continue their studies toward a PhD and for professionals seeking to teach at the college level or develop an area of reporting specialization. Total required hours: 33. Prerequisites: None, unless students wish to update their knowledge in specific areas or lack background in the course of study they choose to pursue.

Students are required to select a primary emphasis: 

• Institutional Perspective on Media
• Cultural Perspective on Media
• Environmental Issues and Media

Core Requirements for Mass Communication Research (9 hours)
JOUR 6051 Theories of Mass Communication
JOUR 6061 Methods of Mass Communication Research
JOUR 5301 Media Ethics or JOUR 6311 Freedom of Expression or JOUR 6651 Press and the Constitution or JOUR 6771 History of the Media or JOUR 6661 Media Ethics & Responsibility

Inside Emphasis (9 hours)  See details below
Three courses inside the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Outside Emphasis (9 hours)  See details below
Three courses outside the school in relevant disciplines.

Thesis (6 hours)

Degree requirements are subject to change.

Mass Communication Research Details

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sjmcgrad@Colorado.edu
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School of Journalism and Mass Communication
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478 UCB
University of Colorado, Boulder
Boulder, CO 80309-0478
303-492-5007