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New Media Communications

Oregon State University
Corvallis , United States
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Bachelors
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Digital Media | Media Studies | Communication Studies
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Journalism and Information
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English
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Program Overview

New Media Communications (NMC) Program

The New Media Communications (NMC) program at Oregon State University offers a comprehensive curriculum that explores the intersection of technology, culture, and communication. The program provides students with a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of new media, preparing them for careers in a rapidly evolving field.


Course Offerings

The NMC program offers a wide range of courses that cover various aspects of new media, including:


  • NMC 100: New Media and Culture
  • NMC 101: Introduction to New Media Communications
  • NMC 199: Special Topics
  • NMC 240: Survey of Social Media
  • NMC 241: Applied Media Aesthetics
  • NMC 245: Cultural Analytics and Data Science
  • NMC 255: Applied Sound Design
  • NMC 260: New Media Futures
  • NMC 280: Global Media
  • NMC 299: Special Topics
  • NMC 301: Writing for the Media Professional
  • NMC 302: Reporting
  • NMC 305: Copyediting
  • NMC 306: Art and Culture Content Creation
  • NMC 311: Introduction to Nonprofit Management
  • NMC 321: History of Broadcasting
  • NMC 322: Landmarks in Media Content
  • NMC 330: The Meaning of Video Games
  • NMC 333: Online Dating and Romance
  • NMC 340: Social Media Strategy
  • NMC 341: Media Spin and Deception Detection
  • NMC 342: Introduction to Public Relations
  • NMC 349: Video Art
  • NMC 350: Digital Illustration and Design
  • NMC 351: New Media Visualization
  • NMC 355: Sound Design for Visual Media
  • NMC 356: Podcast Production
  • NMC 380: Pre-Production
  • NMC 382: Studio and Multicamera Production
  • NMC 383: Field Production
  • NMC 385: Motion Design Foundations
  • NMC 388: Social Media and Interpersonal Relationships
  • NMC 392: Web Design and Programming
  • NMC 393: Server Side Programming
  • NMC 394: Interactive Design and User Experience
  • NMC 395: Virtual Reality Programming
  • NMC 397: Introduction to Information Visualization
  • NMC 399: Special Topics
  • NMC 401: Research and Scholarship
  • NMC 402: Independent Study
  • NMC 403: Thesis/Dissertation
  • NMC 405: Reading and Conference
  • NMC 406: Projects
  • NMC 407: Seminar
  • NMC 408: Workshop
  • NMC 409: Practicum
  • NMC 410: Internship
  • NMC 418: Viral Content
  • NMC 419: Reefer Madness in the Media
  • NMC 421: Diffusion of Innovations
  • NMC 424: Crisis Communication and Strategic Conflict Management
  • NMC 427: Digital Pornography
  • NMC 430: Media Theory
  • NMC 432: Gender and Communication
  • NMC 435: Media Effects
  • NMC 437: New Media and Society
  • NMC 439: Sonic Arts
  • NMC 440: Media Management
  • NMC 441: Media Entrepreneurship
  • NMC 457: Off the Screen - Video Installation Art
  • NMC 470: Media Law
  • NMC 480: Advanced Motion Design
  • NMC 481: Compositing and Digital Effects
  • NMC 482: Documentary
  • NMC 483: New Media 3-D
  • NMC 484: New Media Animation
  • NMC 487: Virtual Worlds
  • NMC 488: Sensor Technologies and the Arts
  • NMC 490: Media Ethics
  • NMC 493: Media and Power
  • NMC 498: Advanced Collaborative Experience
  • NMC 499: Special Topics

Program Requirements

The NMC program requires students to complete a minimum of 180 credits, including:


  • 60 credits of core courses
  • 30 credits of elective courses
  • 30 credits of upper-division courses
  • 60 credits of general education courses

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the NMC program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:


  • Media production and management
  • Public relations and marketing
  • Journalism and broadcasting
  • Digital media and design
  • Nonprofit management and fundraising
  • Education and research

Research Areas

The NMC program faculty are engaged in research in various areas, including:


  • New media and culture
  • Media effects and audience studies
  • Media production and management
  • Public relations and marketing
  • Digital media and design
  • Media law and ethics

Admission Criteria

Admission to the NMC program requires:


  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0
  • SAT or ACT scores
  • Letters of recommendation
  • A personal statement or essay

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the NMC program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken. For more information, please visit the Oregon State University website.


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