Program of Study
Students admitted to the master of science program in Interactive Communications may enroll on a full-time (three or more courses) or part-time basis.

To earn the master’s degree, students must complete 36 credits with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students complete their program with a master’s project or thesis, which counts for three credits toward the 36 credits required to graduate. The project is a professional work of interactive mutlimedia. The thesis is a work of research that advances knowledge in the field.

In addition to course work that explores professional production techniques and tools, students also engage in rigorous academic study of communications theory and innovative thinkers whose work is indispensable to understanding the shift from legacy media to online. The combination of study in the intellectual and production aspects of interactive communications transforms students into leading practitioners and leaders.

Students who demonstrate proficiency in any required course (except ICM 501 and ICM 512) may replace that course with an elective with the permission of the graduate program director.

Here is a typical program of study. All required courses are specifically listed. Electives appear at the end of the program of study listings. Please note that students are not required to follow this trajectory precisely, as, for example, some may wish to take an internship as an elective. Also, this listing is subject to change.

Requirements