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| Photo by Seong Choul Hong |
| Receiving the degree represents hard work and strong bonds with faculty. From left are 2011 Ph.D. recipients and mentors: Lindita Camaj, Jason Martin, professor David Weaver, Gerry Lanosga, Yunjuan (Lily) Luo and professor David Nord. |
As a doctoral student, you will take foundation courses in research methods, statistics and teaching at the college level. You will be expected to complete two areas of concentration and either advanced language proficiency or additional research skills courses.
You may design your own concentration or choose from communication and culture, communication and technology, international communication, media ethics and professionalism, media history, media law, political communication and visual communication.
The school accepts applications for admission to the Ph.D. program for fall and spring semesters. The deadlines for applications are Jan. 15 for fall. Students who meet this deadline will be eligible for full consideration for fellowships and assistantships.
Course Requirements
- Foundation core of:
- Either proficiency in depth in an appropriate language or completion of an approved set of three tool-skill courses. With the permission of the director of graduate studies, these courses may be counted in the concentration areas.
- At least two other approved courses at the 600-level in the School of Journalism. These courses may be counted in the concentration areas.
- Twenty-one to 27 credit hours in each of two concentration areas and up to 27 credit hours in electives and dissertation for a minimum of 90 credit hours.
More info:
- For more information about the doctoral program requirements, consult the current graduate bulletin.
- Read about alumni academic careers (PDF format).
- Check out the Graduate Admissions page.
Contact:
- Graduate Admissions at 812-855-1701 or by email.
