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The communication & media department allows students to develop a theoretical, historical and practical understanding of communication as a field of knowledge while preparing them for careers in advertising, public relations, film and television, sports broadcasting, journalism, esports and related fields.
Students in the communication & media department will graduate with a historical and practical understanding of the relationship of media and culture. They will acquire the social, artistic and technical skills necessary to succeed in today’s job market as ethically and socially aware professional communicators. Sacred Heart’s close proximity to the New York City/Tri-State Region strategically positioned in the heart of the creative corridor gives students the opportunity to intern at high profile companies and nonprofit organizations.
Available Programs
Undergraduate
- BA in Immersive Media & Mixed Reality
- BA in Media Arts
- BA in Sports Communication & Media
- BA in Strategic Communication, Public Relations & Advertising
- Minor in Advertising & Public Relations
- Minor in Esports
- Minor in Film & Television
- Minor in Health Communication
- Minor in Journalism
- Minor in Sports Communication & Media
- Minor in Global Media & Communication
Graduate
- MA/MFA in Film & Television (FTMA)
- MA in Journalism & Media Production (JMP)
- MA in Communication (MACOMM)
- MA in Sports Communication & Media (SCM)
- MA in Strategic Communication & Public Relations (SCPR)
Dual Degree Programs
- Bachelor's-Master of Arts in Film & Television Production 4+1 Dual Degree Program
- Bachelor’s-Master of Arts in Communication Dual Degree Program
- Bachelor's-Master of Arts in Journalism & Media Production (JMP) Dual Degree Program
- Bachelor’s-Master of Arts in Sports Communication & Media 4+1 Dual Degree Program
- Bachelor’s-Master of Arts in Strategic Communication & Public Relations (SCPR) Dual Degree Program
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