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13 MA Programs in Audiovisual Communication 2024

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    MA Programs in Audiovisual Communication

    A master’s degree is a first-level graduate degree. You must earn a bachelor’s degree before you can pursue graduate programs, which is itself a prerequisite for a doctorate degree. Programs are typically two years long, though accelerated programs have become more popular as working professionals snap up degrees for fast career growth.

    What is an MA in Audiovisual Communication? This degree shows mastery of the skills and best practices associated with communication and advertising using audiovisual mediums. Students pursuing this degree take classes in a diverse selection of topics with a central focus on effective communication using modern digital mediums such as film. Coursework often includes studies of communications history, film history and history of mass communication. This is in addition to hands-on courses in practical subjects such as film production. Students complete the program trained in every aspect of creating content for various visual and audio platforms.

    For someone just entering the job force, the benefits of earning a master’s can include having a leg up over other job applicants who don’t have a master’s. For working professionals, the degree can function as a powerful tool in salary negotiation.

    How much your master’s degree costs can depend on everything from whether you attend a brick-and-mortar school to where you apply. Reach out to prospective schools for answers on costs and financing.

    Students with an MA in Audiovisual Communication can often successfully apply to any number of entry to mid-level positions in the motion picture industry or with local and national TV outlets, ranging from film production assistant to cameraman. Graduates might also qualify for work as video journalists or even on-air broadcasters. The diversity of this well-rounded degree commonly ensures graduates access to ever-growing opportunities in a fast-paced field.

    The first step to building your audiovisual communication career is picking the right school. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.