Overview

Communication studies students at University of Hartford will be able to:

Write effectively in a variety of formats used in the field of communication.

Prepare and deliver effective oral presentations.

Understand and describe major theories of communication.

Identify and define the major sub-disciplines in the field of communication.

Gain awareness of ethical dilemmas in the field of communication.

Locate and use credible sources of information on communication topics and issues.

Identify and evaluate the research methods used in a scholarly journal article.

Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts in human communication.

Illustrate human communication concepts.

Analyze situations through the application of human communication theories/concepts.

Identify and analyze human communication problems and generate and evaluate solutions.

About the Major

You prepare for today's fast-paced communications industry by getting real-world experience from the start! Through internships, on-campus organizations like our student-run agency Crested Communications and classroom activities, you develop the wide range of skills employers are looking for! And in courses taught by our accomplished faculty, you'll learn how to write effectively, prepare and deliver strong oral presentations, and how to create and conduct communication research. Our flexible program allows you to select your area of emphasis based on your interests and career goals; Communication Studies, Advertising and Public Relations, or Media Strategies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Persuasion

Making Sense of Social Media

Small Group Communication

Capstone in Communication Studies

Interpersonal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Family Communication

Ethnic & Intercultural Communication

Conflict and Communication

Computer-mediated Communication

Language and Communication

Business & Professional Communication

Organizational Communication

Political Communication

Environmental Communication

Communication in Contemporary Organizations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the respective program deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Hartford, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An application form submitted online.

An official transcript of the secondary school record; official college transcripts, if any.

A letter of recommendation.

Provide Proof of Financial Support.

Provide your Level of English Language Proficiency.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

47052 USD / year

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Out-of-State

47052 USD / year

≈ 47052 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47052 USD / year

≈ 47052 USD / year

Living costs

West Hartford

United States

1100 - 1600 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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Overview

About the Major

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

West Hartford

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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