Program Overview
Degree Offered
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Communication and Advocacy - SEE CONCENTRATIONS
James Madison University invites members of its campus community to “Be the Change.” Our M.A. program in Communication and Advocacy provides you with the skills to know how to be a voice for change in the world.
Quick Facts
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Full-time or Part-time
Typical Duration:
2 years (full-time)
3 years (part-time)
High acceptance rates to first choice Ph.D programs
Description
The School of Communication Studies promotes an academic environment in which students, faculty and staff develop innovative communication practices and facilitate constructive dialogue in the classroom and community to inspire responsible citizenship in a diverse world. We are committed to the teaching of communication theory and criticism, the development of communication and advocacy skills, the research of communication processes and practices, and the application of generated knowledge about human communication toward the betterment of self and community.
The core spans applied theory and contexts as well as research methods and tools. It is designed to prepare students to systematically examine, assess, critique and develop communication advocacy practices across a wide range of areas. Additional requirements and electives allow students to develop competencies in specific areas of advocacy studies.
The Master of Arts in Communication and Advocacy program is 36 credit hours.
Concentrations
- Environmental Communication
- Health Communication
- Strategic Communication
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
Mon - Fri:
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. &
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. for lunch
