Choose the Degree for You
Each of our three STEM degree programs give students globally relevant, leading-edge skills to advance their careers. Classes are developed by industry leaders to align with our core values and emerging technologies. Students are allowed to take classes outside their degree.
An expanded degree for those seeking a structured path to build robust digital media skills and applied experience in the changing communication industry.
60 credits
MCCL Degree
Focus: a structured experience building core skills and applied knowledge of communication and leadership today
MCCL students can complete courses across both degree tracks
The MCCL degree will equip you with skills valued across communications roles including Communications Consultant, Storyteller, Public Relations Executive
Seven core requirements:
Core Course: COMMLD 501 (5 credits)
Research Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
Law and Ethics Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
Professional Writing Course (3 credits)
COMMLD 593 Internship (5 credits)
COMMLD 504 Capstone (2 credits)
Build on your professional experience with hands-on leadership training and updated skills in communication technology, all within a connected learning community.
45 credits
MCCN Degree
Focus: inclusion practices, organizational culture, social impact
Sample courses: Multicultural Marketing, Storytelling and Communication for Mission-Driven Organizations
The MCCN degree will equip you with skills valued across roles including Community Outreach Coordinator, Internal Communications Manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager
Four core requirements:
Core Course: COMMLD 501 ( 5 credits)
Research Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
Law and Ethics Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
Launch your career in marketing, content creation and media production. Our flagship degree focuses on innovation, storytelling and audience-centered approaches to digital media.
45 credits
MCDM Degree
Focus: innovation, storytelling, audience-centered approaches to digital media
Sample courses: User Research and UX Strategies, Future of Marketing
The MCDM degree will equip you with skills valued across roles including, Content Strategist, UX Designer, Digital Media Manager
Four core requirements:
Core Course: COMMLD 501 (5 credits)
Research Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
Law and Ethics Elective: Choose one (5 credits)
University of Washington
Department of Communication