Media Studies
Create and distribute information to broad groups of people and explore how people receive information and are influenced to make decisions through newspapers, television, radio, websites, apps, and social media.
exploring the dissemination of information
Media Studies students focus on creating and distributing content and information to broad groups of people.
In media studies, you'll explore the many different ways people obtain information, receive multimedia content, and are influenced to make decisions today, from traditional print newspapers to television and radio to websites and social media. You'll also study ethics and examine the social impact of mass communication.
Media studies majors learn how to tell stories and make sure they reach their intended audience. They also develop skills in writing, producing, editing, critical thinking and analysis.
Graduates with degrees in media studies pursue careers as print or broadcast journalists, producers, editors, public relations managers, media planners, event managers, designers, social media strategists, writers, producers, publishers, advertising managers,
The FVSU Bachelor of Arts major media studies is administered through the Visual and Performing Arts and Media Studies Department in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Meet the Faculty
The Visual and Performing Arts and Media Studies faculty at Fort Valley State University understand what it takes to succeed.
Visual and Performing Arts and Media Studies