Communications is a universal degree, which explores the traditional forms of communication such as verbal, physical, visual and written communication but also extends beyond that to cover mass communication and social media. There are different types of communications degrees depending on the degree level.
Overall, Communications focuses on teaching effective communication through social media, web, print, mass media and verbal communication. However, there are two types of Communications degrees that exist. For instance, a Bachelor of Arts in Communications in the US is focused on preparing students for careers that are connected to writing, marketing, promotions, journalism and public relations. In contrast, Bachelor of Science in Communications is dedicated to the technology used in the science behind modern communication and prepares students for careers in production or sound engineering.
A Communications degree teaches students about how media and communication influences cultures, societies and people’s identities. It involves a significant amount of critical writing and research and covers different disciplines such as journalism, public relations, entertainment production, marketing, event planning and so many more disciplines, which are somehow connected to exchanging information and conveying messages. There are also different specialization options associated with this degree, including political communication, mass media, journalism, health communication, etc.
It is worth noting that a Communications degree has many intersection points with psychology, sociology, linguistics and in some cases politics.
The main benefit of a Communications degree is its universal nature. It applies to almost any subject or professional setting. For example, some of the top careers in the field of Communications include announcers, art directors, editors, broadcast and sound engineering technicians, reporters, correspondents, broadcast analysts, technical writers, writers and authors, interpreters, translators, etc. Therefore, it keeps students’ career options open and doesn’t require them to have a predetermined career path that they want to follow.
Communications degrees prepare students to make an impact from the start of their careers unlike other degrees, which require further training. This is possible thanks to the multitude of professionally accredited degrees in Communications, which develop students’ abilities based on the established standards in the field. Moreover, there are many Communications courses, which offer work placement opportunities that enable students to gain the required professional skills before they have even started their career.
Another benefit associated with Communications degrees is the fact that they develop students’ written and verbal communication skills significantly.
A major advantage of Communications over other degrees is that in most cases there are no prerequisites required to study Communications.
The duration of a Communications degree varies depending on the country and degree level. For example, Higher Education Institutions in the UK offer 3-year Bachelor’s courses. In some cases, the course may extend to four years if students are given the opportunity to spend a year abroad or in industry between the second and third year through a sandwich course. Bachelor’s degrees in Communications in the US usually take around four years to complete.
Over the duration of a Bachelor’s Communications degree, students are expected to learn and be able to apply the established communications theories by developing the technical skills required to work in a professional setting. In the first year of their studies, students learn predominantly how media and communication influences cultures, societies and people’s identities. Optional modules may introduce them to professional communication, journalism, documentary, film-making, marketing, etc. In addition to the introductory topics, this degree allows students to learn about more complex areas of communications such as interpersonal relations, brand management and linguistics at a later stage. For instance, the second and third years enable students to get a deeper understanding of theoretical concepts related to media and culture and develop practical skills in research and communications. Additionally, students may have the opportunity to take optional modules and pursue their interests in different areas related to Communications such as gender, race, youth, culture, digital media, political communication, public relations, etc.
The most common duration of a Master’s degree in Communications is between 1 and 2 years depending on the mode of study (full-time or part-time) and country.
PhD and MPhil degrees in Communications require students to dedicate anywhere between 3 and 6 years to their studies depending on the mode and country of study.
So i think this university is too much good for all students so i love it
Its surface is always neet and clean and other thing is it’s environment is too much neat and clean so i love it’s place
This is so much good place i thinks
I will only talk about my major here, but in general, ICM is good with a broad career prospect. The teachers are always there to help us. They also handled the pandemic situation quite good. I chose THUAS and ICM because I could experience both a semester exchange and internship, unlike the other unis.
For some reason student life after the pandemic is a lot better, with various fun activities and external events, maybe because we just stayed at home for a year or more:)
The cons: understaffed, so we could see if the teachers are tired and sometimes affect us (and the time we get our grade).
Overall, ICM at THUAS is 7/10
View moreOverall I‘m satisfied with my study programme and university. It is a university of applied sciences which means that it is very practical, you apply your knowledge learned in the courses, which in my opinion is the best way to learn new skills.
The building is quite modern and has a welcoming vibe. It is also big and pretty.
It is very international, you have people from all over the world which is super nice if you like such an international environment.
The administration, organisation and management could be A LOT better, but apparently that‘s quite common in The Netherlands as I have heard from other friends. Nevertheless, that‘s the biggest minus point for my university, as there have been quite some problems because of that.
My professors are also mostly quite nice and understanding and very helpful. They do listen to you and you can talk to them on the same level, there is no power distance between teacher and student.
Another problem with my school is the accommodation which is a catastrophe. The country has a huge shortage of flats, and applying through the university doesn‘t help you either as they have told me I would have to be on the waiting list for 2/3 years.
There is a lack of teaching real tools that will actually be needed to do the job, there also is a lack of diversity in materials for a course called “Communication and Multi-media Design”. It’s more interactive design than anything, which is not really clearly advertised or said until you are already signed in for the course and underway for a few months.
View moreI would say I’m pretty satisfied with the International Communication Program at THUAS. The lecturers were overall really nice and supportive. It was truly an international environment where I have classmates from different cultures, and that really strengthen my ability to listen, understand, and communicate with people from all over the world. The courses are designed to equip you with practical knowledge and hands-on experience. Most of the assignments are case studies about brands. Even with the graduation thesis, it is also dedicated to research and solving real company problems. A 6-month internship is compulsory to finish this course, hence, when you graduate, you are ensured to have at least 6 months of experience. I found it really helpful for me during my job search in the Netherlands.
View moreI’m an alumnus of the International Communication Management program at The Hague University and it was definitely the best 3 years of my life. The program is quite small because mainly international students would apply for it and there is another Dutch stream Communication program. The study was very practical and well-structured and teachers really take students’ feedbacks into consideration to update their teaching modules. Since it is very international, the teachers also take into account the cultural difference among students and have personal coaching if you have any problems. When it comes to graduation, they would give each of the students their own personal speech, which makes you not feel like you’re just a number. I had a friend who’s still following the course and I also know that you no longer need to write a thesis to graduate anymore, but only an internship portfolio.
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