Department of Communication & Media Studies - MSU Main Campus

About The Department

If you’re an educational professional who are looking to progress into communication and media studies, or a journalism or development communication role, this is the best degree for you.

Communication and media studies is an interdisciplinary degree that blends skills in media and communication with social sciences and humanities that allows students to become media practitioners and professionals in this 21st century global village.

The department was created by virtue of BOR No. 246 S. 2007 as a response to the need of the internationalization of the Mindanao State University. Being one of the youngest departments in the university, its golas is geared towards the development of the students to reach their full potentials in contributing to the world of media and technology today.

Faculty Of The Department

Chair – Ma. Ninotchka Herrera
Sor – Prof. Sorhaila L. Latip-Yusoph, PhD
Ash – Prof. Aslainiee T. Macatanong
Fahad – Mr. Fahad M. Panggaga
Jay Ann – Ms. Jay Ann Maranda
Nur-Saleha D. Dadayan
Ms. Sittie Fahida D. Cali
Mr. Hassan Shanne C. Mala

Courses In The Department

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (MEDIA EDUCATION)
Bachelor of Science in Development Communication

Department Contact Info

Ma. Ninotchka Herrera
Chairperson

New CSSH Building, Near the Golf Course,
Mindanao State University
Marawi City, Philippines

commstud@msumain.edu.ph

Mon – Fri 8:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

Social Info

The Faculty

Journalism

Media Education

Development Communication

Announcements

Enrollment Update for 2024

Adjustments of Schedules:

For Freshmen – July 25 to August 2

For Old Students – August 3 to 5

Freshmen who will not yet finish processing their enrolment on July 25-August 2 can still do it on August 3-5, with the old students.

For information and guidance.

Admission Requirements

Hello!

New students, transferees, shiftees, and second degree takers!

Admission for the degree programs:

– Bachelor of Arts in COMMUNICATION STUDIES (major in Media Education),

– Bachelor of Arts in JOURNALISM, and

– Bachelor of Science in DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION

are now open for First Semester, AY 2022-2023.

For those in the campus, come visit us at the Communication & Media Studies Department, College of Social Sciences & Humanities, Mindanao State University, Marawi City (Please follow basic health protocols: wear mask and observe proper social/physical distancing.)

Look for or contact our Dept. Admission Officers:

Mr Fahad Panggaga

email: fahad.panggaga@msumain.edu.ph

call/text: 09309801065

Ms Jay-Ann Maranda

email: jay-ann.maranda@msumain.edu.ph

call/text: 09652447949

For other inquiries, email us at commstud@msumain.edu.ph

See you! Take care & keep safe!

Did You Know?

For those who haven’t decided yet what to pursue, here…

Visit us at the Communication & Media Studies Department, CSSH, to enroll in any one of our three (3) degree programs —

BA Communication Studies (major in Media Education), BA Journalism, and BS Development Communication.

Come & join us!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to our dear faculty, Prof. Sorhaila L. Yusoph!

We are proud of you, Ma’am Sor!

– From your CMS/ComStud family

Why Choose Our Courses?

Studying Communication and Media Studies at MSU-Marawi is a great choice for those passionate about media, storytelling, and making a difference. Learn journalism, broadcasting, and digital media from experienced mentors while gaining hands-on experience in student media.

The program focuses on media’s role in social change, peacebuilding, and advocacy, preparing you for exciting careers in journalism, corporate communication, and public service. With affordable education, diverse learning opportunities, and strong local connections. MSU-Marawi is the place to start your journey!

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