Program Scope
The Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts (BECA) Department offers course work leading to the B.A. in Radio and Television. The curriculum is designed to provide extensive educational experience for those who intend to use the modern media of electronic communication to serve the artistic, cultural, educational, informational, and social needs of society. The program involves both theory and practice, and students are expected to work successfully in both types of courses and activities. Graduates of the program are prepared for work in the broadcast and entertainment industries, in cable and on-line media, in video and audio production, and other areas related to electronic communication. Many graduates go on for graduate-level study in the field of mass media.
Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television
Applications for admission to the radio and television major are accepted by the University's Office of Enrollment Services only during the application filing periods of October 1 - November 30 (for admission the following Fall) and August 1-31 (for admission the following spring). Applications received outside of these two filing periods will not be considered.
Master of Arts in Radio and Television
Graduate students are accepted twice a year for fall and spring semesters. Students wishing to enter the master's program must apply to the University and, separately, to the Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Department. Applications must be received between November 1 and March 1 for fall, and between September 1 and October 15 for spring. Both University and departmental files must be complete by the last day of the application period (March 1 or October 15). Student applications to the BECA Department are evaluated during the month immediately following the due date. Applicants are notified of departmental recommendation regarding admissions approximately six weeks after the respective due date. The office notice of admission status is forwarded to the applicant by the university's Division of Graduate Studies.
