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Religious Communication Concentration

The MA in Communication Studies with a concentration in religious communication studies allows students to concentrate their study on the communication used for effective ministry, defense and
 
propagation of the Christian faith, and revival and reform movements within the church context. Special emphasis is given rhetorical theory and methods of communciation criticism.
 

This concentration is for students wishing to concentrate their study on communication in ministry environments in the past, present and future. Individuals involved in evangelism, social and religious movements, church ministry, and defense of their faith through communication will find this concentration attractive. Pastors, missionaries, para-church leaders and individuals desiring to pursue advanced rhetorical and religious training will benefit from this concentration.
 

Upon successful completion of the MA in Communication Studies with a concentration in Relgious Communication Studies a student will:
 
  • Demonstrate critical oral and written competencies as related to the study of religious communication.
  • Apply knowledge of rhetorical theory in the practice and criticism of religious communication.
  • Exhibit familiarity with current research methods and scholarship relevant to criticism of religious communication.
  • Conduct original research and criticism as it relates to the study of religious communication.
  • Apply Christian ethcis within the criticism and practice of public address.