Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs combine theory and practice to prepare you for success in fields such as public relations, brand management, health communication, social and digital media management, public affairs, international relations, political communication, nonprofit management, education and research.
You will be challenged and inspired to ask your own questions, conduct independent research, solve real communication problems and find your own voice and career path in the increasingly multi-platform and multicultural media environment. You will also have access to our internship program, a unique extension of the classroom, which will help you gain professional experience and connections that will benefit you after graduation. As well, ninety percent of our graduate students receive merit-based financial support.
Whether you are interested in a professional or an academic career, our master's degree programs will give you a solid foundation and a set of skills to help you turn your questions into answers and become an ethical, culturally sensitive and socially aware communicator.
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
International and Intercultural Communication
About this Program
At the core of the MA in International and Intercultural Communication (IIC) is mastering the art of communicating effectively across cultures, languages and borders. By blending in-depth theory with hands-on storytelling, like videography, writing, editing, and podcasting, you’ll be ready to thrive in diverse communication roles.
Whether your career path leads to nonprofits, government, corporations, media, or journalism, this flexible program lets you tailor your studies to fit your goals. After completing two required courses in intercultural communication and global campaigns, you’ll choose electives from the Media, Film & Journalism Studies department and the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs to build your own path.
Plus, you can earn a graduate certificate in public diplomacy or global business and corporate social responsibility — without taking any extra courses.
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Media and Public Communication
About this Program
The MA in Media and Public Communication combines theory and practice to prepare you for successful careers in strategic communication, public relations, health communication, nonprofit management, media education, research and more.
Choose a concentration based on your interests and professional goals: The Strategic Communication concentration spans the fields of public relations, public affairs, health communication and brand management. The Media and Globalization concentration explores how media industries and technologies influence cultural, economic and political processes in contemporary societies.
