Embraces a variety of disciplines from Temple's Klein College of Media and Communication, including critical and mass media studies, production, journalism, and advertising. Students can choose from several tracks, including a production track that emphasizes visual or audio production. Students may also undertake an optional internship available in a variety of related fields. Along with technical skills, knowledge, and critical thinking, the major aims for students to become productive and responsible professionals.
Our Communication Studies program takes an interdepartmental approach. For example, students who have an interest in filmmaking can study videography, editing and sound. Those with an interest in journalism can work in magazine writing, the online space and broadcasting. Our goal is to develop students intellectually and prepare them for professional-level competency in media. Being in Tokyo is superior for internships, given the international reach of both Japanese and foreign media. Over the years, our students have received internships at many foreign bureaus, public relations and advertising companies, and startup internet firms.
Sample Curriculum
Required Courses
Foundation and Core Courses
- Communication and Public Life
- Media and Society
- Communications Seminar
Required Major Electives
One course in each of the following categories (Core Requirement)
- Communication Theory
- Research Methods
- Analysis
- Cross-Cultural Perspectives
One of the following tracks
- Contemporary Media Environments Track
(Seven courses from three different departments such as Media Studies and Production, Journalism, and Film, Media Arts and Theater, chosen by consultation with an academic advisor) - Thesis Track
(Five electives in Klein College courses, three semesters of a foreign language, and a two-semester thesis, upon an approval from the Program) - Production Track
(Seven courses from the TV Production or Audio/Radio Track, chosen by consultation with an academic advisor, and two writing intensive courses)
FEATURED COURSES
A list of recently offered electives.
Travel Writing
The Video Game Industry and Game Culture
Creative Scriptwriting
Magazine Article Writing
Documentary Photography
Race & Ethnicity in American Cinema
The Video Game Industry and Game Culture
Creative Scriptwriting
Magazine Article Writing
Documentary Photography
Race & Ethnicity in American Cinema