University of Pittsburgh, BA, Media and Professional Communications

This major provides students with a rigorous education in the theories of mass media process, history, and ethics as well as the opportunity to specialize in one of three professional practice areas: corporate and community relations, writing for the professions, or digital media. The three tracks are designed to strengthen both the knowledge base and proficiencies of students pursuing careers in communication fields, such as print, television, radio, film, new media, and corporate and organizational communications. This program also will benefit students pursuing careers in a variety of industries in which communication with internal and external audiences is critical. Learn more about our featured internship opportunity with Pitt Panther TV, and other internship opportunities, today. The Department of English and Film Studies Program are grateful for the continued support of our sponsoring partners, which provide grants for Pitt undergraduates pursuing media, public relations, and film internships. The funds provide grants for unpaid internships and/or support for living expenses for out-of-town internships. Awards are given on a competitive basis. Also, the University stipulates that students cannot be employed by Pitt while receiving stipends for internships.