Bachelor of Arts
Mass Communication, grounded in the liberal arts, proves to interactively prepare leaders who communicate clearly, speak effectively, and think critically across multiple platforms to be competitive in the ever-changing digital arena. A converged curriculum offers exemplary training in writing, producing and editing news for integrated media. Students will be challenged to think critically drawing on conceptual, historical, legal and ethical environments of the discipline.
Learn moreStudents pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication may follow the prescribed curriculum to pursue careers in broadcasting, journalism, or digital sports production, or customize a program to best match areas of interest.
Curriculum
Enjoy internship relationships with 100+ media and marketing companies, including ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, Raycom and the Charlotte Hornets.
Produce award-winning newscasts, radio podcasts and publications with on-campus newspapers, a digital broadcast studio and control room.
We have six partner study abroad schools in Ireland, England, Australia, Sweden, Norway and Spain.
Ashley Briggs
Mass Communication, Class of 2017
News Producer, WACH FOX
"Winthrop was very influential in preparing me and giving me the skills I needed to succeed...My time at Winthrop really challenged me. It’s a school where you really earn your education. Faculty make sure you put in the time and effort to develop everything you need…Faculty members like Associate Professor of Mass Communication Nathaniel Frederick and Professor of Political Science Adolphus Belk were so encouraging. Just seeing their passion and their drive really inspired me. It let me know that if they can accomplish these things in their career, I can too."
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