Mass Communication and Media Studies (BA)

Discover how the media impacts society with Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Arts in mass communication and media studies. Throughout this program, you’ll explore global mass communication issues from all dimensions, including societal, cultural, historical, political, economic, ethical, technological and legal.

Quick facts
Next start date: 07/02/2025
Total classes: 41
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120

Mass communication and media classes

As a mass communication major, you’ll take media and society courses that strengthen your literacy and critical inquiry skills. Key topics include media issues in American pop culture, social media and digital media literacy. This transfer-friendly program is built largely on electives and requires few core courses, allowing you to focus on the subjects that align with your goals.

MCO 120: Media and Society (HUAD OR SB)

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MCO 120: Media and Society (HUAD OR SB)

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What can you do with a mass communication and media studies degree?

Upon graduation, you can expect to find exciting and fast-paced careers across a variety of fields, including advertising, marketing, writing, editing, public relations and media production. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Writers and Authors

Growth: 3.7%
Salary: $73,150

Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers

Growth: 3.7%
Salary: $73,150

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Growth: 13.4%
Salary: $68,230

Demonstrators and Product Promoters

Growth: 4.0%
Salary: $34,770

Media and Communication Workers, All Other

Growth: 4.3%
Salary: $65,000