OPENING DOORS TO strategic communication, digital media, and journalism
Students engage with a versatile and marketable curriculum in mass communication. A mass communication major provides students with information and guidance to master the practical and theoretical applications of media. As a student in the mass communication program, you will develop skills in digital media, editing, presentation, content creation, production, data analysis, written communication, and more.
Key Benefits of this Degree
- Mass Communication majors are required to complete an internship and two on-campus practicums. These practical experiences give students continuous opportunities to garner exceptional writing and storytelling skills across media platforms.
- As a student in our program, you'll have access to state-of-the-art TV and podcast studios, as well as the ability to check out equipment such as DSLR and mirrorless cameras, GoPros and other equipment.
- Network with other students by joining one of our student media organizations.
- Work closely with faculty members for continuous mentoring inside and outside of the classrooms. Our faculty also assist students with their final portfolios—allowing students to be career ready.
- The Mass Communication major also allows students to customize their education by pursuing a Documentary Studies Certificate, which is awarded in conjunction with the bachelor's degree.
What can my career look like with this degree?
$42K
Entry Level Avg Salary
33
Different Career Options
10
Complementary Minors
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Learning new techniques
Rising sophomore has life-changing experience making films in Italy.
ADDITIONAL CAREER INFORMATION
Learn more about careers available to mass communication majors.
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See our Magazine
View the latest issue of The Lynx, the Department of Communication's alumni magazine.
THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION IS A PROUD MEMBER OF THE FOLLOWING
- National Communication Association
- Southern States Communication Association
- Georgia Communication Association
- Georgia Broadcasters Association
- Broadcast Education Association
- Public Relations Student Society of America