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Earn a Degree from the Top Communications School

If you’re dreaming of a career in communications, the Newhouse School at Syracuse University is the best place to make it a reality. In as little as one year, you can earn a master's degree from one of the country's leading communications schools, even if you have no prior experience in communications.

Leading-edge facilities: Develop your skills in settings like those found in the industry, including a digital newsroom, pre- and post-production studios, photography labs, a "startup garage" devoted to entrepreneurship and a sports media center.
Industry connections: Our professors come to Newhouse following yearslong careers in the field, bringing practical knowledge and industry insights to the classroom.
Powerful network: Newhouse alumni are found at the top levels of nearly every major communications, media and entertainment company in the country. Loyalty runs deep, and alumni are willing to help students and new graduates get their start in the industry.

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Advanced Media Management

Learn to drive innovation in this STEM-certified program that equips you with the analytical and theoretical tools, practical experience and in-demand skills to lead the future of digital media innovation.

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Advertising

Learn about the strategy, technology and insights that build successful campaigns. Explore particular areas of interest, such as digital advertising, ad production, media planning and buying or social media.

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Bandier Music Business

Hands-on and industry facing, the Bandier music business master’s program gives you the skills, experiences and network you need to build your dream career in the music business.

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Broadcast and Digital Journalism

Develop the skill set you need to be a broadcast and digital journalist, including all aspects of newscast production, from producing, shooting and interviewing, to writing and reporting a story on deadline.

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Goldring Arts, Style and Culture Journalism

Bring your passion for arts, style and culture to this program that will hone your writing, reporting and multimedia skills to build a career as a journalist or communicator.

Magazine, News and Digital Journalism

Develop your interviewing, reporting, editing and writing skills for different types of media on multiple platforms. Learn how to find, research, investigate and pitch stories.

Media Studies

A research-oriented program designed to provide a foundation for doctoral study and careers in higher education or the private sector. Learn to investigate contemporary media and assess the media’s relationship with the world.

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Multimedia, Photography and Design

Photography, cinematography and graphic design—learn how to produce professional work in your chosen track. Gain valuable experience through hands-on workshops and insights from speakers and alumni in all three creative fields.

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Public Diplomacy and Global Communications

Study the art of public diplomacy and the communications skills to succeed as a campaign manager, global affairs strategist or communications director. Learn from experts in two prestigious schools: Newhouse and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs.

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Public Relations

Develop the strategic thinking you need to become a well-rounded PR practitioner who can interact effectively with clients and the news media. Learn at one of the first and most prestigious public relations programs in the country.

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Television, Radio and Film

Screenwriting, directing, producing—this program teaches the skills you need to be part of the creative, management and production process in the television, radio, film and online entertainment industry.

Focus on Sports Media

Add a sports media focus to the writing, broadcast, production and public relations degree programs. Cover or work in sports on multiple platforms and take advantage of networking opportunities with visiting professionals in sports communications.

Embracing a six-decade legacy of excellence in education, the Newhouse School is an active, collaborative community where students take innovative and purpose-driven approaches to strategic communications. Join us and prepare to lead and shape the industry of tomorrow.