Department of Communication and Media Studies
The Department of Communications and Media Studies at Saint Joseph's University ensures students acquire a solid grounding in the study of digital communications while exploring current ideas, trends and tools that are shaping society. Students go on to pursue careers in web content strategy and design, social media/community management, multimedia journalism and a broad range of other job options.
The communication and media studies department is committed to excellence in teaching and learning. The department offers a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, which is designed for students interested in specializing in digital media studies as an area of expertise. The major helps students develop advanced skills in communications with an emphasis on multimedia writing, video editing and production, social media and more.
A hallmark of the communication studies curriculum is the emphasis on both theory and practice. Not only do students study what is happening at the forefront of emerging communication technologies, but they also participate. Students have access to cutting-edge resources as they make and reflect upon media. Additionally, faculty are dedicated to the art of thinking across media, platforms and theories to create an innovative and socially responsible curriculum that goes beyond the classroom.
Course Offerings
The Department of Communication and Media Studies offers courses with an emphasis on digital media studies that teach students important skills in teamwork, innovation, design and entrepreneurship. Courses are also developed through the lens of community engagement and social justice. See our most recent course offerings below.
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Alumni Spotlight
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Through my communication studies and marketing classes, I was exposed to editing software, social media platforms and marketing strategies. I was able to bring the knowledge I learned in the classroom to a hands-on internship experience with Disney ABC Television Group, which helped me narrow down my career goals."
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The COM department focused on storytelling, and how to do so in a visually beautiful way. None of these classes would have been worthwhile if it weren't for the professors. They made every class engaging and connected with all of the students on a personal level."
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My communication studies classes were especially helpful as they prepared me for what I would come across in news and editing. In my role at PHL17, I operated the teleprompter during shows, transcribed interviews and packages, helped with research and more."
