Overview

The Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts BA program offered at San Francisco State University provides a balance of theory and practice while guiding students in the use of media to effectively communicate ideas that serve the evolving needs of society. Students go on to become innovative and ethical industry leaders who advance equity, social justice, and global citizenship.

Program Learning Outcomes

Apply aesthetic theory to the practice of media production.

Use effective communication strategies, including media terminology as appropriate, in the creation and analysis of electronic and digital media content.

Integrate research-related media theory into the conception and distribution of media content.

Conceptualize, design, and write stories for electronic and digital media.

Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental and advanced media production concepts and techniques.

Analyze and write about electronic and digital media’s role in and impact on culture and society.

Promote ethical standards and social justice in the creation and distribution of electronic and digital media.

Career paths

Graduates of the department are to be found working in media organizations around the world and include some of the top names in broadcast journalism, entertainment television, radio, and audio and video production.
The long-term career outlook for graduates is excellent. Most seek work with radio and television stations, social media and Internet companies, audio and video production companies, networks, cable television companies, and in corporate and institutional media departments.
Many graduates continue their education and pursue advanced degrees in communication or related fields. Students with the appropriate credential or graduate degrees in broadcast and electronic communication arts may teach in elementary and secondary schools, community colleges, or universities.
A significant number of the department's M.A. graduates have competed successfully for admission to the leading doctoral programs in the field of communication.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Electronic Communication

Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Research

Media Aesthetics

Audio Production

Video Production

Law and Regulation of Electronic Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Liberal Arts Media Management View 1451 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete and submit the CSU Application

Students will be required to submit official, original or certified/attested copies of all original academic documents in the original language of issue

Applicants who are presently attending a college or university in the United States must, in addition to their international records, submit official transcripts of all work completed and in progress

Applicants must be qualified to enter a university in their home country and have a good scholastic record from an accredited/recognized school

All applicants for admission to the University must pay a $55.00 application fee

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8256 USD / year

≈ 8256 USD / year
Out-of-State

8256 USD / year

≈ 8256 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8256 USD / year

≈ 8256 USD / year

Additional Details

Out-of-State and International students must pay $444.00 PER UNIT in addition to the tuition fees

Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Program Learning Outcomes

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