Information Science Ph.D. With a Concentration in Journalism

Program Overview

The University of North Texas Information Science Ph.D. Program with a concentration in journalism prepares scholars to address the evolving needs of the information age. The program fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and cross-disciplinary research in information utilization, with graduates contributing to the advancement of the information society as administrators, researchers, and educators. Leveraging resources and expertise from multiple academic units, the program offers a variety of courses and opportunities for students to expand their knowledge and skills.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The University of North Texas Information Science Ph.D. Program with a concentration in journalism is a joint program with the UNT Mayborn School of Journalism. The program's mission is to:

• Foster a supportive environment for mentoring and apprenticeship.
• Prepare scholars passionate about the role of information in human affairs.
• Encourage cross-disciplinary thinking and research.
The program attracts students from diverse disciplines and encourages them to expand their expertise in cutting-edge areas of information science that transcend disciplinary boundaries. It leverages resources, courses, and faculty from a wide range of academic units to address the multifaceted nature of information science.

Teaching:

• The program features special lectures hosted by the college and department, featuring renowned scholars who offer diverse perspectives on information science.
• The program structure encourages interaction among students and faculty from different academic units, fostering collaborative research across various areas.
• The Department of Information Science provides financial support and scholarships to recognize exceptional academic and creative achievements.
• The Career Center offers resources for internships, future employment opportunities, and hands-on experience in the major.
• Instruction is offered in various formats, including face-to-face, online, and blended, allowing students to balance classes with employment.

Careers:

Graduates of the program are prepared to contribute to the advancement of the information society in various roles and settings as administrators, researchers, and educators.

Other:

• The program highlights the importance of research and publication, pedagogical practices, critical thinking, leadership ability, and data analysis as marketable skills.
• The program emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of information science, drawing on expertise from various academic units.
• The program offers a variety of courses, including:
• Theories of Mass Communication
• Media Ethics
• New Technologies of Mass Communication