Overview

The Media and Culture major program at the West Chester University taps into key attributes that employers are looking for in graduating students. As our graduate, you will begin your career with a versatile skill set and a professional portfolio of your work developed through hands-on coursework, internships, and practicum experiences.

MDC graduates are prepared to enter a wide range of fields in the global workforce including media production, broadcasting, advertising, strategic communication, social media & PR, international media, diversity training and development, and others.

Learning Outcomes

As an MDC student, you will develop:

expertise in the latest media technologies and software

specialized skills like media performance, production, strategic messaging, research, and analysis

the ability to use media in a strategic, critical way, in diverse cultural contexts

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intercultural Communication

Media Technology

Writing for Broadcast and Public Relations

Media Literacy

Media & Culture Theory

Mass Communication Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: The admissions committee prioritizes applicants with strong academic credentials and notifies applicants of a decision on a rolling basis.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 1454 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

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at West Chester University and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

Pay a $45 non-refundable application fee online by credit card. If you are eligible to use an application fee waiver, please refer to the WCU Fee Waiver Policy.

Complete the application for admission.

Arrange for official (translated) transcripts and exam results to be sent to the Office of Admissions.

Proof of English language proficiency.

Applicants who have taken the SAT or ACT must arrange for official scores to be sent to the Office of Admissions.

Tuition Fee

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International

19290 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19290 USD per year during 48 months.
National

19290 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19290 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7716 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7716 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for West Chester

1000 - 1500 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 Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Media and Culture.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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