Program Overview
It's not just film anymore. Our broadcast and cinematic arts master's program prepares you to work, teach and create within the dynamic world of electronic media. You'll get hands-on experience in one of four concentrations: electronic media studies, electronic media management, electronic media production, or film theory and criticism.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Take your electronic media knowledge to the next level with an understanding of scholarly or business perspectives. Establish relationships with like-minded peers and faculty in small classroom settings. And have the chance to hone your technical skills as a versatile media producer and creator.
In our rigorous master's in broadcast and cinematic arts program, you'll have the chance to pursue one of four concentrations:
- Electronic Media Studies.
- Electronic Media Management.
- Electronic Media Production.
- Film Theory and Criticism.
You'll combine the theoretical with the practical. You'll complete a final research paper or thesis demonstrating your expertise in your chosen area. And you'll have professional networking opportunities through national organizations, like Alpha Epsilon Rho/National Broadcasting Society and Radio Television Digital News Association.
Some students earning a master's degree in broadcast and cinematic arts pursue doctoral studies at nationally recognized institutions. Others pursue exciting careers in business, broadcasting, media, marketing, teaching and more.
Program Highlights
As a broadcast and cinematic arts student, you'll:
- Specialize in one of four concentrations: electronic media studies, electronic media management, electronic media production and film theory and criticism.
- Gain valuable teaching experience as a GTA with a stipend and full tuition waiver.
- Have the chance to acquire hands-on experience at our award-winning MHTV television station (channel 34 and channel 189), WMHW radio station (Mountain 91.5 and 101.1 The Beat), news programming (News Central 34 and Sports Central), or record label (Moore Media Records).
- Develop teaching and research skills as preparation for nationally-recognized Ph.D. programs.
Careers & Outcomes
A master’s in broadcast and cinematic arts can prepare you for graduate study at the doctorate level as well as for careers in media, business, broadcasting, teaching, film and more.
Career | Projected Salary |
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Advertising Account Executive | $52,340 |
Associate Professor of Communication and Journalism | $70,967 |
Writer | $69,510 |
Video Editor | $62,680 |
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