Program Requirements for Mass Communication
All students in the GCSU Department of Mass Communication are required to complete specific academic curriculum in addition to three campus practicums and an internship in order to be eligible for graduation.
Curriculum
Required coursework for the B.A. in Mass Communication varies by concentration. Each of the degree concentrations (Advertising, Print, Public Relations, Telecommunications) consists of four upper level courses that specifically apply to the field of study. These courses must be taken in sequence and cannot be taken concurrently. Therefore once admitted into the MSCM program, it takes students a minimum of four semesters to complete a concentration sequence.
In addition to the basic four class framework, students are also required to satisfactorily complete GCSU core curriculum, other MSCM coursework and university electives.
For a complete listing of Mass Communication curriculum requirements refer to the GCSU Undergraduate Online Catalog (select the appropriate undergraduate catalog; under the
Practicums
Students in the Department of Mass Communication are required to complete three university practicums in order to be eligible for graduation. The practicum experience is designed to provide the student with practical application of their skills within an area of Mass Communication. Students receive one hour of academic credit resulting in a letter grade assigned by their practicum supervisor. Practicums are completed on-campus; requirements, hours and duties vary.
For additional information on practicum guidelines and registration, click here.
For information on being a practicum supervisor, click here.
Internships
GCSU MSCM students are all required to complete one off-campus internship within the field of Mass Communication to be eligible for graduation. The internship experience is designed to provide MSCM students with practical application of their knowledge and skills in a real professional setting. Students receive one hour of academic credit resulting in a letter grade assigned by the internship coordinator. Students are responsible for arranging their own internship.
For additional information on internship guidelines and registration, click here.
