Overview

The Media Studies major at Central Connecticut State University also prepares students to create their own media content including films, documentaries, and multimedia products through traditional and emerging technologies. The curriculum encourages students to cultivate an appreciation for aesthetics and artistry in media production and content.

Learning Outcomes

Explain and differentiate the main theories of mediated communication

Apply theoretical constructs in the field of media studies to real-world situations

Design and produce effective multi-mediated messages

Construct effective spoken and written messages

Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate research methods

Deconstruct and critically evaluate messages

Cultivate an appreciation for aesthetics and artistry in media production and content

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mass Media

Communication Technologies

Visual Communication

Television Production

Media Literacy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Britain, United States

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 911 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application

$50 application fee or fee waiver

Official high school transcript

High school class rank (if applicable)

Personal essay

SAT and/or ACT results are required for first time students.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

26990 USD / year

≈ 26990 USD / year
Out-of-State

16550 USD / year

≈ 16550 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13050 USD / year

≈ 13050 USD / year

Living costs

New Britain

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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Learning Outcomes

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

New Britain

Funding

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