Overview

The Mass Communications BA program offered at University of South Florida gives students the option of pursuing a broadcast program of study or a journalism and digital communication program of study.

The Mass Communications program of study offers two concentrations:

Broadcast News

Broadcast Program Production

The undergraduate degree program introduces students to the theories, principles, and problems of mass communication, emphasizing the concept of freedom of information as the cornerstone of constitutional democracy and preparing students for future leadership roles in media and mass communication. Graduates should understand the structure and functions of media systems as well as the basic processes of mass communication. Majors produce visual, text-based, and digital stories for public consumption. While pursuing their studies, students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of internship and employment opportunities with professional media outlets.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Writing for the Mass Media

Mass Communications and Society

Visual Literacy

Media Law and Ethics

Writing For Radio and TV

Telecommunications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-06-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00

More details

International applicants living outside the U.S. may apply up to one year prior to the desired term of entry.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 1239 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application

Pay the non-refundable US $30 application fee

Original or certified copies of academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, national standardized examination results, or other academic course work to USF

Official SAT or ACT scores to USF

Official IELTS, TOEFL or PTEA scores to USF (only required for students from non-English speaking countries)

Tuition Fee

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International

17250 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 575 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

17250 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 575 USD per credit during 48 months.
In-State

6330 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 211 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Tampa

1122 - 1951 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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