Overview
The Journalism and Mass Communication course from American University in Bulgaria offers students both the theoretical foundation and the practical skills to pursue careers and opportunities in content creation, marketing, graphic design, news reporting, digital storytelling, advertising, video and documentary production, photography, or podcasting.
Repeatedly ranked #1 by the National University Rankings, the JMC major emphasizes a hands-on, project-based curriculum and features international faculty members with professional experience, industry credentials, and a strong desire to mentor and teach.
Classroom work is complimented with a range of student clubs and extracurricular activities like exhibitions, film festivals, and pop-up events. On a variety of storytelling platforms, students explore their passions, their communities and the issues that matter from the local to the global.
Career opportunities:
Here are just a few of the career options you can pursue after completing a Journalism and Mass Communication degree:
TV host
Radio Host
Journalist
Copywriter
Content Creator
Digital Marketing Expert
Marketing Director
Public Relations Professional
Event Manager
Producer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Communications, Media, and Society
Writing for Media (WIC)
Visual Communication Theory and Practice
Digital Storytelling
Media Law and Ethics
Professional Internship
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
Disciplines
Journalism Media Management Media Studies & Mass MediaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Application Form
- Essay
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcript
- English Proficiency
- Portfolio
- Interview
- SAT / ACT Result (Optional)
- Application for Financial Aid (Optional)
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents13400 EUR / year≈ 13400 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals13400 EUR / year≈ 13400 EUR / year
Living costs
Blagoevgrad
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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