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Master of Communication Arts
University of the Incarnate Word
- San Antonio, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Degree in media, Strategic communication and content creation.
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
- Learners studying Communication Arts can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
- Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
- Audience and ethical considerations. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Content creation
- Social media management
- Brand management
- Entertainment and media production
- Advertising and creative strategy
- Nonprofit communication and advocacy
- Public relations
Curriculum
- 120 credits: 60 general education
- 42 major
- 18 open electives. Concentration areas: communication and culture
- Strategic communication and writing
- Production and content creation
- Voice and performance. One internship required
- Up to 9 credits count.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Accredited bachelor degree with official English transcripts and proof of graduation
- Minimum GPA 2.5 (programmes may set higher)
- Two recommendation letters
- Proof of English proficiency
- Passport copy
- Proof of financial support
- GRE or GMAT for some programmes.
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
Baccalaureate degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognised by the US Department of Education (or equivalent) with official transcripts in English and proof of graduation, Two letters of recommendation, Proof of English proficiency, Passport copy and any US visa, Proof of financial support form, Some programmes ask GRE/GMAT, Writing samples or interviews
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 83
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEIC 700
- PTE Academic 56
- Cambridge C1
- Duolingo 115
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Recommendation Letters
- Degree Certificate
- English Language Proficiency Evidence
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of Financial Support
How to apply
- Review the graduate programme admission criteria and application dates. Complete the online graduate application on the official university website. Upload the required academic qualifications and programme-specific supporting documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,630 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Broadway Campus, San Antonio |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Media and Design |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | Full-time |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | University of the Incarnate Word offers scholarships to students in selected academic and professional programs. The published international freshman and transfer merit award ranges apply to first undergraduate degrees only. Graduate and professional applicants must verify program-specific awards. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $24,630 USD per year. The estimated living cost is $20,058 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 83, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 700, PTE Academic 56, Cambridge C1, Duolingo 115, IELTS 6.5.