JTC offers a Master of Science in Technical Communication and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Public Communication and Technology. Students enrolled in the two-year M.S. program complete courses in communication research methods, communication theory, and a range of topics courses and seminars. Master's students can complete a research-based thesis or an approved research project.
Ph.D. students complete advanced course work and seminars in communication theory, research methods, and technology-related topics as well as a cognate outside the department. Students also demonstrate their proficiency by completing comprehensive written qualifying exams and by conducting a rigorous independent research project presented and defended in a dissertation.
For information on applying to our graduate programs, please see our contact page.
Supplementary Programs & Certificates
Students who wish to supplement their JTC graduate program of study can pursue several different graduate certificates across campus. Most graduate certificates presume a background in the relevant area. Certificates are generally completed concurrently with JTC graduate work, and might require an extra semester or more of coursework to complete.
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