Scripps College of Communication Graduate Programs
Master's degrees and doctoral programs
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A Leader in Graduate Education
The Scripps College of Communication offers innovative, nationally ranked programs ranging from one-year master's degrees for professionals taking the next step in their careers to doctoral programs that prepare the next generation of teachers, scholars and industry leaders. Graduate students join an active, diverse and talented academic community, representing many disciplines and professions, and many parts of the world.
Review details below for master's degree programs and doctoral programs.
Master's Programs of Study
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Commercial Photography (MA)Topics include advertising photography, product and still-life photography, fashion and portrait photography, architectural and interior design photography, and more.
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Communication and Development Studies (MA)The program stresses the use of communication to promote and support positive social development.
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Journalism (MS)The program provides opportunities to study professional journalism or prepare for further academic work by blending professionally oriented classes with mass communication principles, theory and research.
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Media Arts and Studies (MA)Specializations include: new technology and culture, media management and policy, multimedia and public broadcasting (with the University's PBS and NPR stations).
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Photojournalism (MA)Focuses on documentary photojournalism, going in-depth into through editorial, essay, picture story, documentary and magazine photography and audio/video storytelling.
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Visual Communication Management (MA)Mid-career professionals who wish to further enhance their skills in the visual communication field are suited for this two-semester program.
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Information Graphics & Interactive Design (MA)Combining the professional practices of data visualization and information graphics with user experience and front-end web design., this program allows students to develop storytelling skills using design and typography, graphics, websites, mobile platforms, and other methods such as motion graphics and video.
Doctoral and MFA Programs
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Ph.D. in Communication StudiesPh.D. in Communication Studies through the School of Communication Studies.
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Ph.D. in Mass CommunicationThe doctoral program in Mass Communication is offered jointly through the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and the School of Media Arts & Studies.
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Communication Media Arts (MFA)Students in this three-year program will develop new creative production skills, infused with contextual knowledge, through hands-on, collaborative projects.
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