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Academics

Film & Television

The Department is divided into two programs: Film and Television. Film and television have developed as individual media with their own histories of production techniques, artistic disciplines, content, and business operations. However, there is much sharing and mutual influence between these media. New technologies and increased concentration of media ownership already blur many of the traditional distinctions between media, and many career opportunities span both film and television. Visit the Department of Film & Television website for more detailed information.

Journalism

Journalism students at Boston University learn about the profession by covering the activities of local, state, and national government as well as various political, business, and cultural activities. Assignments are under the direction of experienced, accomplished journalists who are current or recent leaders in professional journalism. Visit the Department of Journalism website for more detailed information.

Mass Communication, Advertising & Public Relations

Graduates have gone on to careers in a variety of occupational fields, including advertising, public relations, marketing, health communication, employee relations, media research, and sales promotion. Typically, graduates work in such settings as corporations, nonprofit agencies, government, educational institutions, or other organizations within the labor force. Many have started their own businesses or agencies. The department's required and elective courses include a foundation in communication theory and research plus practical skills that are relevant not only for entry-level jobs but, more important, for continuing professional development. They prepare students to write clearly, speak effectively, and think critically - all of which are essential for continuing career success. Visit the Department of Mass Communication, Advertising & Public Relations website for more detailed information.

COM Writing Program

The COM Writing Program serves all the departments at the College of Communication by helping students become more competent and more confident writers. The Program includes CO201, Introduction to Communication Writing, the core writing course for all undergraduates at COM; the COM Writing Center, a place for all COM students to get advice about their writing from trained graduate student tutors; and two publications, the online 201 Magazine and The Comment, the award-winning graduate student magazine of The College of Communication. You can read more details about the Writing Program at our website.