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University of South Carolina, School of Journalism and Mass Communications

Computer Mediated Communication (including Communication and Technology) Critical Cultural Communication (including Gender/Race/LGBTQ+ Communication) Environmental Communication Health Communication Journalism Mass Communication/Media Studies (including New Media) Political Communication Public Relations and Strategic Communication (including Risk and Crisis Communication) Science Communication
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overview of program

The University of South Carolina’s Ph.D. program in Mass Communication is designed for students looking for a career in teaching and research at the highest levels, or research and management with mass media companies. This program is small and selective, giving students substantial flexibility to tailor their coursework and area of study to their particular career goals.

Carnegie Classification: R1

Modes Offered: In-person

Professional Development: $800 per calendar year for a maximum of three (3) years towards travel expenses for full-time doctoral students.

Communication doctorates conferred between 2020-25: 16

Contact information

Graduate Student Services Manager

Dr. Sam Beals, Graduate Student Services Manager

School of Journalism and Mass Communications

College of Information and Communications
University of South Carolina
800 Sumter Street, Room 308
Columbia, SC 29208

Phone: 803-777-3316

Email
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  • Health, Risk and Environmental Communications
  • Theory, History and Criticism of Media Institutions
  • Media, Data and Society
  • Strategic Communication, Advertising and Social Media Marketing
  • Processes and Effects of Mediated Communication
  • Law and Ethics of Media
  • Public Opinion and Political Communication

Library Information

 

Additional Resources

URAP University Rankings—Language, Communication & Culture

  • #255 of 300 World Universities

  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Master’s Degree
  • Essay(s)/Personal Statement
  • Academic Writing Sample
  • Resume or CV

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