The School of Journalism and Mass Communications in cooperation with the University of South Carolina School of Law offers a combined degree program that permits a student to obtain the J.D. and Master of Mass Communications (M.M.C.) degrees in approximately four years. Through the combined program, the total course load may be reduced from that required if the two degrees were earned separately since 9 hours of electives towards the J.D. may be earned in the Mass Communication program. Students in the M.M.C. program may use up to 9 hours of law course credit as electives. Prior to obtaining permission to the combined degree program, a student must be admitted to both the School of Law and the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications / Law, M.M.C. / J.D. at University of South Carolina
The Journalism and Mass Communications / Law, M.M.C. / J.D. at University of South Carolina is a Full Time PhD program offered at the university's main campus in Columbia , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 5 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 18, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications / Law, M.M.C. / J.D. at University of South Carolina
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 74
English Program Requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English must:
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Submit a satisfactory score on an English proficiency test.
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Take a diagnostic test in English when they arrive at the university.
Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications / Law, M.M.C. / J.D. at University of South Carolina
Application Fee 50
PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications / Law, M.M.C. / J.D. at University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina
United States of America, Columbia