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Communication Master's Program

Marquette University
Milwaukee , United States
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Digital Media | Public Relations | Communication Studies
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Business and Administration | Journalism and Information
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English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Arts in Communication

The Master of Arts in Communication program at Marquette University is designed to accommodate a broad range of career goals and objectives. Students can choose from two specializations: Communication and Media Studies or Digital Communication Strategies. This program allows students to tailor their education to their interests and goals.


Selecting a Communication Specialization

Students in the program will choose one of two specializations for an additional twelve hours of coursework. The two specializations are:


  • Digital Communication Strategies: This specialization provides students with the conceptual foundation and practical training needed to help organizations plan and execute effective digital communication strategies.
  • Communication and Media Studies: Courses in this specialization are structured as non-lecture proseminars, allowing students to interact at a deep level with faculty and colleagues.

Program Coursework

The Master of Arts in Communication program requires 30 total credits, including:


  • Foundational Core Courses: 9 credits
  • Choice of Specialization: 12 credits
  • Choice of Thesis or Professional Project: 6 credits
  • Elective Course: 3 credits

Program Requirements and Coursework Overview

For a complete list of course descriptions, students can visit the Marquette Bulletin.


Foundational/Core Courses - 9 credits

The following courses are required of all students:


  • COMM 6001 Communication Theory in Context
  • COMM 6002 Communication Research in Action
  • COMM 6250 Communication as Ethical Practice

Choosing a Specialization - 12 credits

Students must take 3 courses from one of the following options, plus one additional COMM class at the 6000 level. Each course has variable topics and may be repeated once.


Option 1: Digital Communication Strategies

All proseminar courses are three credit hours each.


  • COMM 6810 Digital Communication Strategies in Content
  • COMM 6815 Digital Communication Strategies in Metrics
  • COMM 6820 Digital Communication Strategies in Technologies
  • COMM 6825 Digital Communication Strategies in Leadership

Option 2: Communication and Media Studies

All proseminar courses are three credit hours each.


  • COMM 6953 Proseminar in Health, Science & Environment
  • COMM 6954 Proseminar in Media
  • COMM 6955 Proseminar in Organizations
  • COMM 6956 Proseminar in Public Life
  • COMM 6957 Proseminar in Relationships
  • COMM 6958 Proseminar in Technology

Choosing a Thesis or Professional Project + Elective - 9 Credits

Students are required to choose a specialization and have the option of completing a thesis program or a non-thesis program.


Thesis Program

Students must complete 24 hours of coursework plus 6 credit hours of thesis work (a total of 30 credit hours). Students must also submit an approved thesis and are required to give an oral defense of their thesis.


  • Course Work - 9 credits: COMM 6999 Thesis (6 credits), COMM Elective (3 credits)

Professional Project

Non-thesis program students must complete 24 credit hours of coursework, three credit hours of practicum, and three credit hours of an approved professional project (a total of 30 credit hours).


  • Course Work - 9 credits: COMM 6998 Professional Project (3 credits), COMM 6964 Communication Practicum (3 credits), COMM Electives (3 credits)
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