Master of Arts in Communication
About This Programme
Advanced communication theory, media and public relations.
Course Highlights
- Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Core Courses
9 CH. Thesis-based master's (36 CH total).
- MASC611 Mass Communication Theory3 credits
- MASC612 Mass Communication Research Methods3 credits
- MASC641 Media Ethics3 credits
Concentration: Media Practices
One of two concentration options (27 CH), including thesis.
- MASC613 Multimedia Storytelling3 credits
- MASC621 New Media Data Analysis3 credits
- MASC630 Media Management3 credits
- MASC650 Thesis6 credits
Select 4 elective courses (12 CH).
- MASC620 Integrated Communication Campaigns and Strategies3 credits
- MASC622 Contemporary Journalism in Context3 credits
- MASC623 Multimedia Production3 credits
- MASC633 Seminar in Media and National Identity3 credits
- MASC642 Seminar in Media, Innovation, and the Creative Industries3 credits
Concentration: Media Studies
One of two concentration options (27 CH), including thesis.
- MASC610 Communication and Social Change3 credits
- MASC625 History of Mass Media3 credits
- MASC631 Media in a Global Context3 credits
- MASC632 Media, Policy, and Regulation3 credits
- MASC633 Seminar in Media and National Identity3 credits
- MASC642 Seminar in Media, Innovation, and the Creative Industries3 credits
- MASC650 Thesis6 credits
Select 1 elective course (3 CH).
- MASC620 Integrated Communication Campaigns and Strategies3 credits
- MASC622 Contemporary Journalism in Context3 credits
- MASC623 Multimedia Production3 credits
Entry Requirements
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in journalism, public relations, media production, marketing and corporate communication.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Arts
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Media & Communication
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Arts
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 28,800/yr
Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.