Master of Arts in Media Arts

Our M.A. in Media Industries & Critical-Cultural Studies program offers students small seminar classes, interdisciplinary approaches, and personal academic attention from renowned media scholars & practitioners. The Critical-Cultural Studies area encourages students to critically engage with current debates in historical, ideological, and cultural topics in film, TV, and digital and social media. Students learn about various topics and theories such as: identity, critical race studies, feminism, sexuality, Latin American & Latinx media, film studies, queer studies, Indigenous sovereignty media, participatory & grassroots media, fandom, youth cultures, and critical media literacy.

The Industry Studies track is designed for students with interests in studying or working in media institutions including film, TV, video games, and digital and social media. Students learn about multiple aspects of media industries, including production cultures, management, distribution, global media,entrepreneurship, franchises and remakes, law and regulation, programming, transmedia stroytelling, media economics, and audience research.

You must meet the requirements of both the Graduate School and the Department of Media Arts to apply for admission to the M.A. in Media Industries and Critical Cultural Studies. The minimum requirements for admission are: completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with an overall GPA of at least 3.0, and completion of a minimum of 24 hours of undergraduate courses in Media Arts, or a related field.
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.
A Statement of Purpose. In 1-2 pages, explain how pursuing a graduate degree in our department will aid in your professional plans and/or career aspirations. Indicate the names of any faculty members whose research and/or professional experience aligns with your goals.
Two Letters of Recommendation. These can come from current or former professors. Or, an applicant who has worked professionally in media may submit a letter from a person who has supervised their work.
A Writing Sample (normally a final paper completed for a course).
The Media Arts MA Admissions Committee may require an interview of certain applicants under consideration. This interview may take place in person, via telephone or video conference.

IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100