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PhD of Communication

University of Connecticut

  • Storrs, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

A communication degree that uses the Washington, D.C. Location for internships and media experience.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Communication. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Communication Specialist
  • Communication Research Assistant
  • Related Entry-Level Professional

Curriculum

  • Communication degree with courses such as broadcast writing and delivery
  • Public speaking and journalism. Students can publish in the student-run online paper and magazine
  • Present at the Student Research Conference
  • Take part in faculty-mentored DISCOVER research
  • And complete internships in the Washington
  • D.C. Media and public affairs scene.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution (4-year US bachelor equivalent)
  • Third-party credential evaluation for non-US transcripts
  • GRE/GMAT per program.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution (4-year US bachelor equivalent), Third-party credential evaluation for non-US transcripts, GRE/GMAT per program.

Documents you’ll need

  • Degree Certificates
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Research Proposal if required
  • Academic References
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

  1. Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
  2. Qualifications
  3. A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.

Other costs

Tuition per year$45,310 USD
Application fee$75 USD
Deposit$9,100 USD

Program details

CampusStorrs campus
Faculty or schoolThe Graduate School
DepartmentHumanities and Communication
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.