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United Arab Emirates University/Programmes/Master of Arts in Communication

Master of Arts in Communication

MAPostgraduateMedia & 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

Academic: A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
English: An official IELTS or TOEFL score, commonly IELTS 5.0 to 6.0 depending on the programme.

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.

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Next intakes
AugJan

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