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Northwestern University
Evanston , United States
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Broadcasting | Journalism | Media Studies
Area of study
Journalism and Information
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications

The Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications offers various programs for students, including undergraduate and graduate degrees in journalism and integrated marketing communications, as well as executive education programs.


Programs

  • Journalism
    • Undergraduate Journalism: The undergraduate journalism program provides students with hands-on experience in real-world reporting on current issues.
    • Graduate Journalism: The graduate journalism program offers a Master of Science in Journalism, which can be completed in three quarters through the Accelerated Master's Program (AMP).
    • High School Programs: The school offers high school programs for students interested in journalism.
    • PhD and Fellowships: The school also offers PhD and fellowship programs for advanced study in journalism.
  • Integrated Marketing Communications
    • IMC Full-Time Master's Program: The IMC Full-Time Master's Program provides students with innovative marketing communications strategies to engage consumers in the digital age.
    • IMC Professional Master's Program: The IMC Professional Master's Program is designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers in marketing communications.
    • IMC Undergraduate Certificate: The IMC Undergraduate Certificate program allows students to gain a foundation in marketing communications.
  • Executive Education
    • Continuing Education: The school offers continuing education programs for professionals who want to update their skills and knowledge.
    • Custom Programs: The school provides custom programs for organizations that want to develop specific skills and knowledge for their employees.
    • Online Short Courses: The school offers online short courses for professionals who want to gain specific skills and knowledge in a short period.

Accelerated Master's Program

The Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) allows students to earn an undergraduate journalism degree and a graduate journalism degree in five years. Through AMP, students earn a master's degree in three quarters instead of four quarters. AMP students begin the program during the Winter quarter (January) and must confer their undergraduate degree before starting the graduate program. International BSJ students are exempt from the English proficiency language test requirement in application to the MSJ program.


Requirements

  • Current students interested in AMP are required to schedule a meeting with their academic adviser.
  • Students must confer their undergraduate degree before starting the graduate program.
  • International BSJ students are exempt from the English proficiency language test requirement in application to the MSJ program.

Benefits

  • AMP students are eligible for graduate scholarships and graduate financial aid while enrolled in the graduate program.
  • The program allows students to make a smooth transition to the MSJ program, which opens up many opportunities for professional development.
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