THE WORLD IS FULL of evocative content, and you have been exposed to it from the moment you learned how to use a computer or a cellphone. Even if you’ve already created an app, edited a photo, or produced a video, do you want your work to rise above the competition?
Whether your passion is film, music, television, news, photography, or any aspect of the media landscape, you’ll develop your skills under the tutelage of an experienced group of faculty. Our small classes let faculty really get to know you. Plus, you’ll have lots of time with our inventory of industry-standard equipment.
As an undergraduate student in JWU Charlotte’s media communications program, you will have access to hands-on experiences in the classroom. These will help you gain an understanding of media theories and so much more. With a media studies degree from JWU, you will gain a broad understanding of the industry.
“A Media & Communication program in the heart of one of the country’s fastest growing and most diverse cities is a prospective media professional’s dream come true,” notes Assistant Professor Jacob Detelich. “With a seemingly endless list of connections to make and establishments to collaborate with, the MCST program at ÍøÆØÍø Charlotte allows its students a wealth of possibilities for tailoring their degrees and professional experiences.”
In addition to hands-on experiences, you’ll dissect the power that media has to shape the way we live. You’ll analyze theories of specific media and focus your studies in advertising, production, writing, or management. Our interdisciplinary approach to education allows you to view the world through a variety of perspectives. And you’ll have an opportunity to get involved in our clubs, like the West Trade Review, JWU Charlotte’s biannual literary and arts journal that features work from a global array of writers and visual artists.
Earning a bachelor’s degree in our Media & Communications major will help prepare you for a future career in a variety of media related fields.
Currently, JWU Charlotte students have access to on-campus computer labs that are fully equipped with Adobe Creative Suite, which helps them synthesize the concepts they learn in their coursework, as well as facilitates independent creative work.
A dedicated media classroom/production space is in development. In addition to serving as a space for coursework and group projects, students will be able to access
The Media & Communication professors are genuinely some of the most knowledgeable people I’ve ever had the pleasure to learn from. They give you so much space to carve out a path that caters to your personal career goals.SAMARA WALD '18
Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor Detelich teaches a range of media/communication courses at ÍøÆØÍø Charlotte, including Critical Perspectives in New Media and Media Industries.
Professor
Professor Stephens teaches courses in composition, literary genres, and ethics.
Explore the full JWU Catalog course listing:
In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.
Occupation | Growth | Median Salary |
---|---|---|
Art Directors | 4% | $100.890 |
Communications Teachers, postsecondary | 12% | $79.640 |
Editors | -5% | $63,350 |
Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators | 12% | $60,360 |
Graphic Designers | 3% | $50,710 |
Market Research Analysts | 19% | $63,920 |
Marketing Managers | 10% | $135,030 |
Media and Communication Workers | 6% | $62,340 |
Producers and Directors | 8% | $79,000 |
Writers and Authors | 4% | $69,510 |
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, . Job outlook: 2021-2031. Median salary: 2021.
Media & Communication offers a wide range of potential areas of focus, from film/TV production to the full spectrum of news and cultural writing, including food writing, nonfiction, and writing for radio, television, and film.