Communication and Media Studies
The Communication and Media Studies program at Stetson equips you with essential skills such as written and oral communication, critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative problem-solving and ethical decision-making. You'll learn to deliver news across 21st-century platforms and present vital information in various fields, including corporate, political, legal and nonprofit sectors.
Why Communication and Media Studies at Stetson University?
At Stetson, you'll join a diverse group of communication scholars and media creators dedicated to inspiring and challenging you. We teach communication, media, and journalism from a humanistic perspective, focusing on understanding people's needs and solving social problems. You'll become a mindful, competent and ethical critic and creator of messages. Our classes offer diverse perspectives, intensive discussions, and experiential learning, empowering you to guide your education and pursue your passions.
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"During my time at Stetson, I’ve learned to advocate for myself. To reach out. All the professors here genuinely want to help you and they want to be there for you but they can’t know unless you reach out. Take the opportunity, there’s nothing to lose and while you’re in college that’s the time to make the connections."
Eleanor King '24, Communication and Media Studies, minor in Marketing, Sport Business and Journalism
"I would not be where I am today without the outstanding education and support of my professors. My experience in Stetson University's Communication and Media Studies department prepared me for my career through quality classroom education, leadership opportunities and excellent resources."
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Career Outcomes
Earning a degree in Communication and Media Studies opens doors to careers in advertising, marketing, public relations, communication education, consulting, editing, publishing, journalism, broadcasting, event planning, health communication, intercultural communication, new media, organizational communication, performing arts, political communication, public administration, sales and speech writing and coaching.
Employment in media and communication is projected to grow 14% through 2030, adding about 151,500 new jobs. This demand arises from the need to create, edit, translate and disseminate information across various platforms. In May 2021, the median annual wage for media and communication workers was $62,340, higher than the overall median of $45,760. Media and communication equipment workers earned a median wage of $48,920.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Erik Johnson, PhD, Northwestern University
- Jelena Petrovic, PhD, University of New Mexico
- Tara Schuwerk, PhD, Arizona State University
At Stetson, you'll engage in discussion-rich classes, interdisciplinary courses, internships and field experiences. The diverse curriculum covers interpretative and critical methods for studying communication and you'll spend two semesters developing your senior project. The program allows you to choose your communication emphasis and explore other disciplines, preparing you for a dynamic career in media and communication.
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