Overview

Through these research and study, act as lubricant of modern society in journalism field, television, radio and broadcasting field, which includes all kinds of new media, at the same time, put together science and arts through cultural mediums such as advertising/public relations field, drama and film.

Also through field of performing and visual arts, internet and smart media, and SNS, which play a critical role in elevating the quality of peoples’ lives, the purpose of Department of Mass Communication at Sogang University is to nurture experts in Communication who will engage in digital media/contents fields and contribute towards the development of information society.

Specialization of Education

Journalism

The Journalism major is striving to develop educational and academic traditions at Sogang University. Also the Journalism is committed to nurturing journalists and communication experts who will play a leading role in the new media industry as well as journalism and broadcasting.

Theater and Film

The interest towards drama and film is the uniqueness of Theater and Film major at Sogang University. Especially, the drama in the performing arts field of the department has carried out its tradition for 40 years.

Advertising and Public Relations

Faculties of Advertising and Public Relations major are one of the most promising professions. The biggest strength of this major is to nurture talents with the sense of balance in theory and hands-on experiences through lecture, practical training, various industry-university project, internship and substantial exchange with other majors at Sogang University.

Digital Media and Contents

Digital Media and Contents field have moved a step forward from the traditional mediums such as TV and radio, following the changes of media through the development of innovative digital technology and taking much more interest in new media such as smartphone and tablet PC, 3D movie and smart TV.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Communication Research Methods

Political Communication

Communication Thought History

History of Korean Journalism

Cultural History of Communication

Publishing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-04 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Korean

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

130 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seoul, South Korea

Disciplines

Communication Studies Journalism Public Relations

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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

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

International applicants whose parents hold foreign nationality

The educational courses that applicants have completed in Korea or overseas must meet standard academic requirements as per the relevant education laws and regulations of the applicant’s country

Score of level 3 or above in the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK)

English proficiency certificates : TOEFL, IELTS, TEPS (official English proficiency tests)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

5376000 KRW / year

≈ 5376000 KRW / year

Living costs

Seoul

South Korea

1853935 - 1761654 KRW / month

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Overview

Specialization of Education

Journalism

Theater and Film

Advertising and Public Relations

Digital Media and Contents

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

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Seoul

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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