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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

The Impact of Follower-Influencer Relationship Stages on Consumers’ Perceptions and Behavioral Intentions in the Context of Influencer Marketing , Khalid Obaid Alharbi

The Effect of Social Media (Instagram) Use Patterns on The Cultural and Athletic Identity of Black Female Collegiate Athletes’ Body Image Dissatisfaction , Shelbretta Kar’Anna Ball

Contextualizing Search: An Analysis of the Impacts of Construal Level Theory, Mood, and Product Type on Search Engine Activity , Jackson Everitt Carter

Words Evaporate, the Images Remain: Testing Visual Warnings in the Context of Intentions to Vape Among U.S. Adults as an Expansion of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) , Carl Arland Ciccarelli

Risk Propensity in Journalists: An Analysis of Journalists’ Personality Traits and How They Direct Behavior in the Field , Ellen Katherine Dunn

Online Information-Seeking and Cancer Screening Intention: An Analysis of the Health Information National Trends Survey 2022 , Rachel Aileen Ford

Always on Display: South Carolina Civil Rights Lawyer Matthew J. Perry Jr. Expanding the Civil Sphere Through the Courts and the News Media, 1954-1963 , Christopher G. Frear

Exploring the Agenda-Setting Dynamics Between Traditional Newspapers and Twitter During Mass Shooting Event , Yujin Heo

Extreme Persuasion: Analyzing Meaning Creation and Persuasive Strategies Within Extreme Discourse on Alternative Social Media , Naomi Kathryn Lawrence

Framing Police Brutality: An Analysis of Newspaper Coverage of Walter Scott’s Murder , Shamira S. McCray

Understanding Podcast Advertising Processing and Outcomes: An Analysis of Podcast Ad Types, Message Types, and Media Context on Consumer Responses , Colin Piacentine

The Unsung Heroes for Intercollegiate Athletics: Examining the Dialogic Principles of Communication in Community College Athletic Departments , Matthew Alan Stilwell

Exploring Trustworthiness Issues About Disaster-related Information Generated by Artificial Intelligence , Xin Tao

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

The Effect of Emotional Intensity, Arousal, and Valence On Online Video Ad Sharing , Chang Won Choi

“Power, Poison, Pain & Joy”: Applying a Critical Race Conceptual Model of Implicit Racial Bias to Narratives Framing Blackness in Black Sports Columns, Black Music, and Black Journalism , Christina Lauren Myers

Gatekeeping Blackness: Roles, Relationships, and Pressures of Black Television Journalists at a Time of Racial Reckoning , Denetra Walker

The Binge Viewing Index: Creating and Testing a New Measure , Larry J. Webster Jr.

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Portion of Profit Donations: CSR as Public Relations Strategy and its Relationships with Trust and Purchase Intentions , Branden Dylan Cameron Birmingham

The Role of Sexting in the Development of Romantic Relationships , Max Bretscher

Let’s Be Friends: Examining Consumer Brand Relationships Through the Lens Of Brand Personality, Engagement, and Reciprocal Altruism , Daniel D. Haun

Go with The Flow: Testing the Effects of Emotional Flow on Psychophysiological, Attitudinal, and Behavioral Changes , Chris R. Noland

Brand New: How Visual Context Shapes Initial Response To Logos and Corporate Visual Identity Systems , Robert A. Wertz

Inoculating the Public Against Misinformation: Testing The Effectiveness of “Pre-bunking” Techniques in the Context of Mental Illness and Violence , Nanlan Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Gun Violence and Advocacy Communication , Minhee Choi

The Role of Third-person Perceptions in Predicting the Public’s Support for Electronic Cigarette Advertising Regulations , Joon Kyoung Kim

Conservative Media’s Coverage of Coronavirus on YouTube: A Qualitative Analysis of Media Effects on Consumers , Michael J. Layer

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Problem Chain Recognition Effect and CSR Communication: Examining the Impact of Issue Salience and Proximity on Environmental Communication Behaviors , Nandini Bhalla

The Games Behind the Scenes: Newspaper Framing of Female African American Olympic Athletes , Martin Reece Funderburk

Effectiveness of a Brand’s Paid, Owned, and Earned Media in a Social Media Environment , Anan Wan

Providing Prevention Education About Child Sexual Abuse to Parents: Testing Media Effects on Knowledge, Behavioral Intentions and Outcomes , Jane Long Weatherred

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Creating an Online Social Movement in Socially Conservative Societies: A Case Study of Manshoor Blog Using Frame Alignment Process , Noura Abdullah Al-Duaijani

How S. C. Daily Newspapers Framed the Removal of the Confederate Flag from the State House Grounds in 2015 Through Letters to the Editor and Editorials , Thomas Craig Anderson

Breaking The Silence: Extending Theory To Address The Underutilization Of Mental Health Services Among Chinese Immigrants In The United States , Jo-Yun Queenie Li

Fandom In Politics: Scale Development And Validation , Won-Ki Moon

Fatal Force: A Conversation With Journalists Who Cover Deadly, Highly-Publicized Police Shootings , Denetra Walker

Domestic Extension Of Public Diplomacy: Media Competition For Credibility, Dependency And Activation Of Publics , Yicheng Zhu

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Hydraulic Fracturing In the United States: A Framing Analysis , Kenneth Stephen Cardell Jr.

Network vs. Netflix: A Comparative Content Analysis of Demographics Across Prime-Time Television and Netflix Original Programming , James Corfield

Framing Marijuana: A Study of How us Newspapers Frame Marijuana Legalization Stories and Framing Effects of Marijuana Stories , Hwalbin Kim

The Allure of Isis: Examining the Underlying Mechanisms that Helped the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria , Alexander Luchsinger

International Twitter Comments About 2016 U.S. Presidential Candidates Trump And Clinton: Agenda-Building Analysis In The U.S., U.K., Brazil, Russia, India and China , Jane O’Boyle

Is That Online Review Fake News? How Sponsorship Disclosure Influences Reader Credibility , Mark W. Tatge

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Measuring Strategic Communications , Jeffrey A. Ranta

Public Perceptions Of Genetically Modified Food On Social Media: A Content Analysis Of Youtube Comments On Videos , Nanlan Zhang

Toward A Situational Technology Acceptance Model: Combining the Situational Theory of Problem Solving and Technology Acceptance Model to Promote Mobile Donations for Nonprofit Organizations , Yue Zheng

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Promoting HPV Vaccination for Male Young Adults: Effects of Social Influence , Wan Chi Leung

Redneckaissance: Honey Boo Boo, Tumblr, and the Stereotype of Poor White Trash , Ashley F. Miller

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Conflicted Union: Culture, Economics and European Union Media Policy , Daphney Pernola Barr

Beating Down the Fear: The Civil Sphere and Political Change in South Carolina, 1940-1962 , Sid Bedingfield

The State v. Perry: Comparative Newspaper Coverage of South Carolina's Most Prominent Civil Rights Lawyer , Christopher G. Frear

(MASCOT) NATION: EXAMINING UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT ON COLLEGE FOOTBALL TEAMS’ FACEBOOK PAGES , Matthew J. Haught

Innovation Among Georgian Journalism Educators: A Network Analysis Perspective , Ana Keshelashvili

Emotional Bond between the Creator and the Avatar: Changes in Behavioral Intentions to Engage in Alcohol-Related Traffic Risk Behaviors , Hokyung Kim

Handcuffing Speech: Federal Fraud Statutes and the Criminalization of Advertising , Carmen Maye

Social Movements, Media, and Democratization in Georgia , Maia Mikashavidze

Am I in Danger? : Predictors and Behavioral Outcomes of Public Perception of Risk Associated with Food Hazards , Sang-Hwa Oh

Parental Mediation of Adolescent Movie Viewing , Larry James Webster Jr.

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Political Advertising In Kuwait - A Functional Discourse Analysis , Jasem Alqaseer

The Westernization of Advertisements Published In Kuwaiti Newspapers From 1992 to 2012; A Content Analysis , Farah Taleb Alrefai

What Can Reader Comments to News Online Contribute to Engagement and Interactivity? A Quantitative Approach , Brett A. Borton

Exploring a paradigm shift: The New York Times' framing of sub-Saharan Africa in stories of conflict, war and development during the Cold War and post-Cold War eras, 1945-2009 , Zadok Opero Ekimwere

Mental Health On Youtube: Exploring the Potential of Interactive Media to Change Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors About Mental Health , Caroline Belser Foster

That's News to Me: An Exploratory Study of the Uses and Gratifications of Current Events On Social Media of 18-24 Year-Olds , John Vincent Karlis

Making Stewardship Meaningful For Nonprofits: Stakeholder Motivations, Attitudes, Loyalty and Behaviors , Geah N. Pressgrove

An Alternative Path: The Intellectual Legacy of James W. Carey , Matthew Ross

The Corporation in the Marketplace of Ideas: The Law and Economics of Corporate Political Speech , Matthew W. Telleen

Child Sexual Abuse In the Media: Is Institutional Failure to Blame? , Jane Long Weatherred

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

The Relationship Between Facebook Use and Religiosity Among Emerging Adults , Heidi D. Campbell

Attribute Agenda Setting, Attribtue Priming, and The Public's Evaluation of Genetically Modified (GM) Food in South Korea , Soo Yun Kim

What's Mine is Yours: An Exploratory Study of Attitudes and Conceptions About Online Personal Privacy In the Socialist Republic of Vietnam , Patrick Sharbaugh

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

How Journalists Perceive Internal and External Influence: A Qualitative Assessment of Local Television Reporters' Ethical Decision-Making , Beth Eckard Concepcion

Collective Memory of the War In Iraq: An Analysis of Letters to the Editor and Public Opinion Polls, 2003-2008 , Lisa Cash Luedeman

A Framing Analysis and Model of Barack Obama in Political Cartoons , Anthony Palmer

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Breaking Down the Fear' -- John H. Mccray, Accommodationism and theFraming of the Civil Rights Struggle in South Carolina, 1940-1948 , Sid Bedingfield

Do You See What I See?: A Comparative Content Analysis of Iraq War Photographs As Published In the New York Times and the Tehran Times , Garen Cansler

Exploring Intention to Adopt Mobile Tv Services In the U.S.: Toward A New Model With Cognitive-Based and Emotional-Based Constructs , Seoyoon Choi

Media Representations and Implications For Collective Memory: A Grounded Theory Analysis of TV News Broadcasts of Hillary Clinton From 1993-2008 , Mary Elizabeth McLaughlin

Resonance and Elaboration: the Framing Effect of Chinese Product Safety Issue Coverage , Ji Pan

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Research Topics & Ideas: Journalism

50 Topic Ideas To Kickstart Your Research Project

If you’re just starting out exploring journalism-related topics for your dissertation, thesis or research project, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll help kickstart your research by providing a hearty list of journalism-related research ideas , including examples from recent studies.

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We know it’s exciting to run through a list of research topics, but please keep in mind that this list is just a starting point . These topic ideas provided here are intentionally broad and generic , so keep in mind that you will need to develop them further. Nevertheless, they should inspire some ideas for your project.

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Journalism-Related Research Topics

• Analyzing the impact of social media on news consumption patterns among millennials.
• Investigating the role of investigative journalism in combating political corruption.
• The impact of digital transformation on traditional print media business models.
• Examining the ethical challenges of undercover reporting in investigative journalism.
• The role of citizen journalism in shaping public opinion during major political events.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of fact-checking platforms in combating fake news.
• The impact of smartphone journalism on the quality of news reporting.
• Investigating the representation of minority groups in mainstream media.
• The role of photojournalism in humanizing the impacts of climate change.
• Analyzing the challenges of maintaining journalistic objectivity in conflict zones.
• The impact of artificial intelligence on newsroom operations and reporting.
• Investigating the influence of media ownership on editorial independence.
• The role of journalism in shaping public policy on environmental issues.
• Analyzing the portrayal of mental health issues in news media.
• The impact of live streaming technology on broadcast journalism.
• Investigating the challenges faced by freelance journalists in the digital era.
• The role of journalism in promoting government accountability in emerging democracies.
• Analyzing the effects of sensationalism in news reporting on public trust.
• The impact of virtual reality technology on immersive journalism.
• Investigating the role of press freedom in protecting human rights.
• The challenges of reporting on science and technology in mainstream media.
• Analyzing gender representation in sports journalism.
• The impact of media consolidation on diversity of perspectives in news.
• Investigating the ethical implications of drone journalism.
• The role of independent media in fostering democratic processes.

Journalism-Related Research Ideas (Continued)

• Analyzing the portrayal of immigration in national news outlets.
• The impact of censorship and media regulation on journalistic practices.
• Investigating the role of podcasts in the future of journalism.
• The challenges and opportunities of bilingual reporting in multicultural societies.
• Analyzing the dynamics of news reporting in authoritarian regimes.
• The impact of audience analytics on news content and presentation.
• Investigating the implications of deepfake technology for journalistic integrity.
• The role of local journalism in community engagement and development.
• Analyzing the effects of journalism on public health awareness campaigns.
• The impact of economic pressures on investigative journalism.
• Investigating the challenges of reporting in a polarized political climate.
• The role of media literacy in fostering critical thinking among audiences.
• Analyzing the influence of celebrity journalism on cultural values.
• The impact of cross-platform journalism on audience reach and engagement.
• Investigating the effects of social media algorithms on news distribution.
• The role of data journalism in enhancing transparency and public understanding.
• Analyzing the impact of crowd-sourced journalism on news authenticity.
• The challenges of balancing speed and accuracy in digital news reporting.
• Investigating the role of international correspondents in the digital age.
• The impact of public relations practices on journalistic independence.
• Analyzing the representation of LGBTQ+ issues in mainstream journalism.
• The role of journalism in addressing societal issues like homelessness and poverty.
• Investigating the effects of editorial bias in shaping public perception.
• The impact of journalism on political activism and social movements.
• Analyzing the challenges of maintaining journalistic standards in entertainment reporting.

Recent Journalism-Related Studies

While the ideas we’ve presented above are a decent starting point for finding a research topic, they are fairly generic and non-specific. So, it helps to look at actual studies in the journalism space to see how this all comes together in practice.

Below, we’ve included a selection of recent studies to help refine your thinking. These are actual studies,  so they can provide some useful insight as to what a research topic looks like in practice.

• Imagination, Algorithms and News: Developing AI Literacy for Journalism (Deuze & Beckett, 2022)
• Evaluation of the Effect of a Live Interview in Journalism Students on Salivary Stress Biomarkers and Conventional Stress Scales (Roca et al., 2022)
• Professional and Personal Identity, Precarity and Discrimination in Global Arts Journalism (Sharp & Vodanovic, 2022)
• The Impact of Information and Communication Technologies on Journalism in the Digital Ara A Descriptive and Critical Approach (Chettah et al., 2022)
• Women in Mass Communication (Creedon & Wackwitz, 2022)
• Newsgames: Experiential Reality, Ludenic News Reading, Conflict of Purposes and Norms (Cengi̇z & Kaya, 2022)
• Deep Journalism and DeepJournal V1.0: A Data-Driven Deep Learning Approach to Discover Parameters for Transportation (Ahmad et al., 2022)
• A View From the Trenches: Interviews With Journalists About Reporting Science News (Anderson & Dudo, 2023)
• Understanding Journalisms: From Information to Entertainment by Persuasion and Promotion (Bernier, 2022)
• Role of educational institutions in promoting medical research and publications in Pakistan (Aslam, 2022)
• Ethics for Journalists (Keeble, 2022)
• “I Felt I Got to Know Everyone”: How News on Stage Combines Theatre and Journalism for a Live Audience (Adams & Cooper, 2022)
• Newsafety: Infrastructures, Practices and Consequences (Westlund et al., 2022)
• The Golden Age of American Journalism (Alent’eva et al., 2022)
• Advancing a Radical Audience Turn in Journalism. Fundamental Dilemmas for Journalism Studies (Swart et al., 2022)
• Mcluhan’s Theories and Convergence of Online and Papers’ Newsrooms (Barceló-Sánchez et al., 2022)
• Scientific communication after the COVID-19 crisis: TikTok publishing strategies on the transmedia board (Neira et al., 2023)

As you can see, these research topics are a lot more focused than the generic topic ideas we presented earlier. So, for you to develop a high-quality research topic, you’ll need to get specific and laser-focused on a specific context with specific variables of interest.  In the video below, we explore some other important things you’ll need to consider when crafting your research topic.

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Coming up with original journalism dissertation topics for your undergraduate, Master or PhD degree can be a very frustrating experience . In contrast to other disciplines, journalism dissertations are judged based on the interviewee’s quality of information.

A journalism dissertation must be more than just a statement of theoretical knowledge; it must be genuine and applicable.

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Unique Journalism Topics

• By depicting women as materialistic things, how does the media help perpetuate stereotyped depictions of women?
• Discuss how powerful individuals influence the freedom of media and journalist
• Talk about the main issues that journalists face when performing their jobs
• What impact has advances in science and technology had on journalism?
• How many journalists alter the idea that women are materialistic?
• Can journalism be utilized to advance disadvantaged groups in society?
• What impact do online media outlets have on journalism today?
• Do you think social media is displacing print media?
• How has technology changed the methods through which journalists communicate with their audience?
• How do well-known people affect the freedom of the press and journalists?
• Describe the difficulties faced daily by journalists working in a variety of geographical settings
• How can journalists better inform the public about current events?
• What part does the media play in lowering crime?
• Talk about how the media has a bad impact on violence
• What connection is there between media and the expansion of the fashion sector?
• What is the media’s subsequent effect on the expansion of an economy?
• What do you think about denying political media outlets a license to operate?
• Consider the effects of media on your life during the past 10 years
• Describe how media violence could be advantageous compared to the violence that is affected by society
• Examine how the media sector has changed as a result of technological development

Best Journalism Topics

• Examine the arguments against headlines employing metaphors by media outlets
• How media psychology relates to communication
• Describe how the media has influenced the music industry’s expansion
• Examine how the media has influenced advancements
• Describe the effects of biased media and why it could be harmful to society
• Examine how the media has violated people’s rights and freedoms
• Look at the Black Lives Matter movement and how the media has contributed to its growth
• Consider the impact of media on the dwindling of traditions and culture
• Why does political antagonism between political subjects and classes need to be promoted through the media?
• What part does the media play in encouraging educational activities?
• What part does the media play in raising awareness?
• Describe how readers may check the accuracy and legitimacy of news stories.
• Discuss the role of the media in a nation’s development
• Describe the influence that social media has had on how police brutality instances are reported
• What effect did the media have on the size of the Vietnam War?
• Identify if governments should have the only authority to censor journalists and news reporters
• Describe the key problems that journalism faces
• Examines if media outlets are to blame for the dissemination of unfounded rumours

Investigative Journalism Topics

• How reporters may continue to produce high-quality work without necessarily spending more
• Nigeria is a case study of how the media is assisting in the rebranding of some nations
• How powerful politicians influence some media outlets’ important choices
• An evaluation of the issues limiting information freedom in emerging nations
• How is sexual material used on the front pages of health publications to draw readers?
• How to utilise magazine covers to increase sales
• What moral distinctions exist between the invasion of privacy and investigative journalism?
• An examination of the major players in modern media organisations
• How do politicians in developing nations continue to seduce the populace with nebulous assurances about the quality of the educational system and the development of jobs?
• How call centres are using the media to fill employment and aid the unemployed in society
• Politicians lack the ideological motivation they formerly did. A careful examination of the way political parties promote their views
• Can Pakistan, Iraq, and Afghanistan repair their unfavourable reputations in the world?

Hot Journalism Topics

• Consider some of the most major upcoming shifts in journalism.
• Describe the many advantages that commercials and product promotions have for media sources.
• Why is it inappropriate for superstars and celebrities to go through media trials?
• Define stylised writing and explain if it is appropriate in the internet-dependent world of today.
• Talk about the potentially harmful effects that media may have on pupils.
• Explain why sexual stuff should no longer be broadcasted on television.
• Consider how the media shapes how social issues like racism are expressed.
• Examine the effect of new media on spending for digital learning.
• Ask if it’s possible to pursue the truth in journalism without violating the journalistic code.
• Discuss how the media affects a person’s emotional and psychological health.
• Talk about the primary difficulties that journalists face when carrying out their duties.
• What effect has science and technological progress had on journalism?
• What can reporters do to disprove the notion that women are materialistic?
• Describe how foreign enemies and rivals are presented in American media
• Do people read less about current affairs now that there’s the internet?
• Why has news reporting altered as a result of the internet?
• Examine some of the most important and expected impending advancements in journalism
• Nigeria serves as a case study for how the media helps some countries rebrand.
• A case study on the societal problem of pollution and the role of the media in addressing
• Look into the effects of the fear caused by crime reporting in the media
• Talk about how the media is used to set the agenda
• Describe the issues with how black women are portrayed in the media
• Talk about how women and their sexuality are used in advertising in the media

Journalism & Freedom of Expressions Topics

• Journalists depend on sources for their work. Should these sources be shielded from situations that can lead to a breach of confidence by the laws protecting freedom of expression?
• A principle of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution encourages a highly balanced approach to media and freedom of expression. Should the UK follow their example?
• Exist any reasons for restricting a journalist’s freedom of expression in the name of a democratic society?
• Some contend that a democratic society’s cornerstones are freedom of speech and the press. A comparison of how people in the US and the UK feel about press freedom
• Do tabloids and broadsheets have varying degrees of freedom of speech? The Times against The News of the World
• The common law grants people of the UK a restricted right to free speech. What effect does this have on journalism in the nation?
• How courts trample on journalists’ right to free speech is highlighted by the Sunday Times v. UK case. How can courts protect journalists more fully?
• Article 10 of the Human Rights Convention guarantees the right to freedom of speech. Can journalists use this law to their advantage?

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

An Experimental Analysis of the Effect of Crisis Response Message Strategies on Consumer Emotions, Perceptual Beliefs and Intended Behavior , Valentina Ahumada

How the Taiwanese podcast Bailingguo News framed the 2019 Hong Kong movement: A framing analysis of the anti-Extradition Law Amendment Bill , Yu-Fei Chiu

Advocating for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Study of the NHL’s #HockeyIsForEveryone Campaign on Twitter , Jessica Martinez

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

An Analysis of International Soccer Fans’ Knowledge of Qatar, Perceptions of Qatar’s Country Image, and Intention to Support the 2022 FIFA World Cup , Taleb Al-Adbah

Analysis of Prescription Drug Brand Mentions in Music: Prevalence and Consumer Perceptions , Lisa A. Blake

Elements of Instagram Influencer Posts that Drive Follower Engagement , Yishan Li

Communicating Breast Cancer Awareness: Using the Health Belief Model to Develop Mass Communication Themes to Influence Early Detection Behaviors , Srisai Kamakshi Ramya Harika Pucha

The European Super League (ESL): A Political Economy and Media Framing Analysis , Patrick Sidwell

Inaugural Addresses, Framing Theory, and the Impact on American Perceptions of the Presidency , Kalin Meagan Velez

The Use of Social Media by Leaders in Times of Crisis: 2020–21 United States Election Protests , Cagdas Yuksel

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

The Influence of Hate Speech on TikTok on Chinese College Students , Tengyue Chen

Cultivating Courage: Medical Dramas and Portrayals of Patient Self-Advocacy , Alyssa H. Harrell

The Media Reproduction of Racial Violence: A Content Analysis of News Coverage Following the Death of George Floyd Jr. , Keylon Lovett

Credibility of Spokespersons and E-cigarette Prevention Messages: Elaboration Likelihood Model and The Moderating Role of Perceived Risk , Emmanuel Maduneme

An Examination of COVID-19 Health Behaviors and Public Health Messaging Using the Health Belief Model and Organization-Public Relationship Quality , Aaron L. Nichols

The Extended Parallel Processing Model (EPPM) and Risk Perceptions of Twitter messages related to COVID-19 , Muhammad E. Rasul

Framing #MeToo movement in China A Content Analysis of China Women’s News Coverage , Wenminzi Wu

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Super Bowl Ads and the Donald Trump Culture War , Jessica Barron

A Case Study on Black Twitter’s Reactions to the Framing of Blacks in Dove’s 2017 Facebook Advertisement , Shereena Farrington

The Roles of Emotional Cues and Purchasing Incentives in WeChat Commerce: A Content Analysis , Xuezhu Hao

People with Parkinson’s and Care Partners of PwPs’ Uncertainty Management Through Information Strategies , Amy Haywood

Asian Male Stereotypes: An Investigation of Current Beliefs About Asian Males and Stereotypes Perpetuated by U.S. Modern Cinema , Noelle Knopp

Developing Design Elements for a Parkinson’s Disease Informative Website: A Social Marketing Approach , Emilie R. Madsen

Evaluation of Native Advertisement though Third Person Effect Theory: An Experimental Design , Inga Nafetvaridze

EPPM and Its Effectiveness in Advertisements of Colorectal Cancer Screening among Young Adults , Anh T. Nguyen

The Role of Threat and Efficacy in Anti-Vaping Ads: A Test of the Extended Parallel Process Model , Ryan Noone

An Experimental Investigation into the Impact of Crisis Response Strategies and Relationship Management in the Pharmaceutical Industry , Nikoletta Pappas

Media Fandom: Social Media Use and Collective Identity in China: A Case Study of Z.Tao’s Weibo Fandom , Mier Sha

'Golden Spike': Examining Atlanta United FC Communications During the Launch of the Team , Maria Tsyruleva

The Role of Influencer Endorsement in Consumer Brand Engagement on Sina Weibo , Xiaofan Wei

One News Event, Three Media Frames , Le Xin

Applying the Situational Theory of Publics to Children's Sex Education in China , Baoyi Zeng

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

The Role of Social Media Journalists in TV News:Their Effects on the Profession and Identity of TV Journalism, the Quality of News, and theAudience Engagement , Yousuf Humiad AL Yousufi

Relationship Management Communications by NHL Teams on Twitter , Kelsey M. Baker

2018 China-United States Trade War: Framing Analysis of Online News Coverage in the United States and China as portrayed by the New York Times and the People’s Daily , Jiangling Huang

The Research on the Determinants of Users' Willingness to Pay for Chinese Paid Sports Model Based on Use and Gratification Theory , Jing Li

Online MMORPG Games in China: Player Motivations and the Mediating Role of Flow , Jiaxin Liu

The Hostile Media Effect and Its Potential Consequences: Examining the Influence of Presumed Influence of International Media Coverage , Zhennan Liu

Womenpreneurs in a Digital Environment: Utilizing Instagram to Build a Personal Brand , Michelle N. Nuñez

Objectification of Women in Bollywood Item Numbers , Zahabia Z. Slatewala

A Research on eSports Users’ Motives and Satisfaction in China The Case of League of Legends , Qianyin Sun

An Analysis of the Language and the Relationship of the President of the USA Related Twitter Accounts toward the National Media , Sait Serif Turhan

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Perception of Kazakhstan in the U.S through the New York Times Coverage , Tursynay Alikhanova

The Influence of Instagram Selfies on Female Millennials’ Appearance Satisfaction , Diliara Bagautdinova

Women’s Body Image in the Media: Fitspiration on Instagram , Brook M. Bryant

Political Talk Shows in Taiwan: First- and Third-Person Effects, Their Attitudinal Antecedents and Consequences , Shou-Chen Hsieh

An Examination of Image Repair Theory and BP’s Response to the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill , William Anthony Korte Jr.

An Analysis of Organ Donation Presentations on Weibo , Shengfei Li

Gender Sexualization in Digital Games: Exploring Female Character Changes in Tomb Raider , Jingjing Liu

Shithole Countries: An Analysis of News Coverage in the U.S. , Murewa O. Olubela

Self-esteem, motivation, and self-enhancement presentation on WeChat , Xiao Qiu

The Portrayal of Women in the Oldest Russian Women’s Magazine “Rabotnitsa” From 1970-2017 , Anastasiia Utiuzh

Cultural Adaptation and Maintenance: Chinese International Students' Use of Facebook and WeChat , Mengni Wang

The Understanding of Absolute Right to Freedom of Expression in the Case of Hate Speech , Qinqin Wang

Body Image, Self-Esteem and Eating Disturbance among Chinese Women: Testing the Tripartite Influence model , Weiwei Wang

I’m Your Fan – Engaging in Celebrity’s Social Media Page with the Mediation of Parasocial Interaction and Parasocial Relationship , Jiahui Zhuang

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Household Food Waste Prevention in Malaysia: An Issue Processes Model Perspective , Syahirah Abd Razak

Countering the Questionable Actions of the CPD and FEC , Brian C. Cole

“You Know Who I Am, Don’t You? I’m the One They’re Writing About in the Newspapers and on TV” , Casey Killen Crane

To Tell the Truth: The Credibility of Cable News Networks In an Era of Increasingly Partisan Political News Coverage , Christopher Jadick

Political Media Bias in the United States: Immigration and the Trump Administration , Bryce Josepher

Social Media Use and Political Participation in China: The Mediating Role of Political Efficacy , Bingyang Liu

Framing Genetically-modified Foods Communication in China: A Content Analysis of News Coverage of People’s Daily and Southern Metropolis , Linqi Lu

Conceptualizing Social Wealth in the Digital Age: A Mixed Methods Approach , Kristina Oliva

The Road to the White House: A Correlational Analysis of Twitter Sentiment and National Polls in the 2016 Election Cycle , Melissa G. Pelletier

Using Green Messages to Cue Recycling Tendencies , Danielle Quichocho

Traversing Privacy Issues on Social Networking Sites Among Kuwaiti Females , Shahad Shihab

Chinese National Identity and Media Framing , Yufeng Tian

Smog Pollution in China: News Framing and Issue-Attention Cycle per the , Yingying Zhang

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Corporate Social Responsibility Communication: Beliefs in Motives, First- and Third-Person Effects and Behavioral Consequences , Nianyuan Cheng

Crimean Referendum: Annexation VS Reunification. Framing Analysis of Online News Coverage in Russia and the U.S. , Anna Dedova

Investigating the Determinants of Recycling Behavior in Youth by Using Theory of Planned Behavior. , Tejaswini Gadiraju

Media Perceptions on Sexual Assault on College Campuses , Maggie M. Hall

The Impact of Emojis and Emoticons on Online Consumer Reviews, Perceived Company Response Quality, Brand Relationship, and Purchase Intent. , Jayme Hill Hill

Media Multitasking and Memory: The Role of Message Modalities , Le Nguyen

Cultivating Philanthropy in Community Colleges: A Dual-Model Approach , Rachel Faith Pleasant

Avatar Self-Identification, Self-Esteem, and Perceived Social Capital in the Real World: A Study of World of Warcraft Players and their Avatars , Melissa Watts

The Effects of Mission Statement Design on Behavioral Intention , Jonathan David West

Impact of a Brand Crisis on Nation Branding: An Analysis of Tweets about VW’s Emissions Crisis , Kara Julie Whytas

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Responding to a Rumor: How Crisis Response Strategies Influence Relationship Outcomes , Bo Breuklander

Crisis Communication and Celebrity Scandal: An Experiment on Response Strategies , Leah Champion

Speaking Their Language: Textisms in Today's Communication , Adam Lloyd Drum

Direct-to-Consumer Messaging: A Phenomenological Examination of DTC Best Practices , Nicholas Dominick Fancera

Examining Endorsement and Viewership Effects on the Source Credibility of YouTubers , Stephanie Fred

The Cultivation of Eating Disorders through Instagram , Kendall O'Brien

Online Game Advertising and Chinese College Students: Attitudes, First- and Third-Person Effects , Yan Tang

On the Convergence of Cinema and Theme Parks: Developing a Predictable Model for Creative Design , Ryan Luke Terry

I Threw My Pie for You: Engagement and Loyalty on TV Show Facebook Pages , Tracy M. Wisneski

First- and Third-Person Effects of Alcohol Advertising on Chinese College Students , Dong Xue

Framing Occupy Central: A Content Analysis of Hong Kong, American and British Newspaper Coverage , Mengjiao Yu

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Climate Change, Situational Theory of Problem Solving, and Issue Framing Effects , Michael Eddie Burch

British Cultural Narrative in Winston Churchill's Political Communication , Andres L. Faza

Communication Behavior Study of Support in the Arts Using the Situational Theory of Publics and the Theory of Reasoned Action , Ashleigh Gallant

A Comparison Study on Violent Video Games: Explained by the Gamers Themselves , Christopher John Kneifer

Applying Public Relations Theory to Assess Service-Learning Relationships , Karen Strand

EFFECTS OF COUNTRY OF ORIGIN, COUNTRY ANIMOSITY AND FOREIGN PRODUCT USAGE EXPERIENCES ON PRODUCT JUDGEMENT: A STUDY OF CHINESE CUSTOMERS , Cong Sui

The Accidental Motivator: Florida's Medicinal Marijuana Ballot Initiative's Impact on the Youth Vote , Robert Winsler

An Examination of Motives, Experiences, and Behaviors of MMORPG Players , Theresa Lynn Woods

Social Media Use During The College Transition , Kevin J. Yurasek

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Journalism and mass media research topics for your dissertation.

Journalism is basically getting information and distributing it to various media channels such as TV, Radio, newspaper, and social media. This is the reason why journalism is quite a wide field. This means that when you are looking for a journalism research topic for your undergraduate projects, master’s thesis or a dissertation, you have access to a limitless list. However, it is important not to choose a very broad subject as it may lead to confusion. When considering a dissertation topic, narrow it down to a specific question. This will give you more focus and an easier time when carrying out the research. Ensure your research topic is also not very narrow as that would give you a hard time looking for relevant information.

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Unlike other fields, a dissertation in journalism is considered to be of good quality if the information received from the interviewee is of good quality. A dissertation in journalism is more than an expression of theoretical knowledge, it has to be more practical and real. Here are just some subjects that one may choose to focus on when working on a journalism dissertation:

Research topics in journalism/news

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News is the most common aspect of journalism. This is basically the most straight-forward aspect of journalism. News journalists basically have to distribute facts just the way they are. There are several research topics that can be very appropriate for this journalism aspect:

1. The future of journalism. Is true journalism dead? Is social media, paparazzi, blogging the future of journalism?

2. Propaganda models. Which propaganda models do the media houses follow? How do different countries differ in how they practice journalism?

3. Privacy and journalism. A look at the relationship between British journalism and royal family. How has journalism contributed to Henry and Meghan’s change of lifestyle?

4. Journalism and business. Where do media people draw the line? Is the main goal to inform the public or to make money? How do different media houses compromise (in terms of quality) in a bid to attract and keep investors (advertisers).

5. Political instability in African countries. How has journalism contributed to political turmoil in Kenya?

6. Women journalists in media. How are women journalists treated in the world? What are the limitations faced by women journalists? Are there places that women journalists shouldn’t be sent to?

Dissertation topics on political and investigative reporting

Investigative journalism is an aspect of journalism that aims at uncovering the truth concerning an issue, an event, or even a person. For investigative and political journalism to be effective, information distributed must be factual.

1. Media and image. How does media help establish a country’s image? How can media help change Afghanistan’s negative image in the eyes of the world?

2. Media and power hungry politicians. What role does the media play in ensuring that such politicians are kept in check?

3. Dangers of investigative journalism. A look at several journalists who have suffered while doing investigative journalism. What steps can media houses take to keep their investigative journalists safe?

4. Media in the developing countries. How have politics shaped the developing countries? Why do politicians in developing countries keep giving empty promises that are never fulfilled?

5. What has made USA to be the superpower that it is? The competition between USA and China for the top seat, what role does the media play in this?

6. Corruption and politics. A look at Kenyan government and corruption. Why do the two co-exist so efficiently? How has corruption wounded Kenyan economy?

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Dissertation topics on film and animation

Film and animation involves concepts such as film making, screen writing, editing, and camera work. Film and animation is very broad and often studied separate from journalism. Here are several topics you can choose from:

1. Role of race and religion in Hollywood. How are Arabic men depicted in Hollywood cinema?

2. Hollywood and Bollywood. How can the two be compared? How have they affected the world economy? How have they changed cultures in the world?

3. Place of Nollywood on the film market. How can Nollywood filmmakers improve their industry?

4. Bollywood. How has Bollywood grown over time? How has its growth affected Indian economy?

5. Hollywood and violence. Has Hollywood led to increased cases of violence especially among the youths?

6. Television or cinema? Is television becoming more popular than cinema?

Dissertation topics on advertising/corporate communication

Corporate communication is an important aspect of mass media. Every organization needs a communication department to help in managing all communications in and out of the organization. Corporate communication helps make efficient communication between an organization with its suppliers, investors, customers, employees among others.

Advertising on the other hand involves promoting a product or a service using the known media channels. It is very popular with big corporations since it is one way you’re assured that your message will reach your audience.

So what can you cover on your dissertation?

7. What is the importance of advertising on the media? Can media exist without advertising?

8. Media is highly dependent on advertising as a means of earning an income. Does this compromise its standards?

9. Can large corporations that are doing perfectly well stay without advertising?

Research topics on business reporting

Business reporting helps analyze and report commercial activities that affect the economy. Business reporting is usually more detailed than some other aspects. It is also very factual, and requires the business reporters to make complex business reports simple for everyone to understand. There are lots of topics you can choose from when it comes to business reporting. They include:

1. Pandemics and economy. A look at different pandemics that have happened worldwide and their effect on the economy. What is the impact of Coronavirus on economy? How is it likely to cause the greatest recession to have ever been experienced?

2. Chinese economy. How has Chinese economy risen so steadily over the years? Will Covid-19 cause a halt on this steady rise?

3. Economy and social networking. How has social networking changed the way business is done? Is ecommerce the future of business?

Research topics on developmental journalism

Development is an essential part of our world. Development journalism deals with ideologies, policies, or events that help improve life. Development journalism is quite wide since it covers almost everything and anything that is meant to improve human life. Here are some topics you can choose from if you want to do a dissertation of developmental journalism:

1. Education still a distant dream for most children in poor countries. How can media handle the rising cases of illiteracy in undeveloped and developing countries?

2. FGM, rape and defilement, and domestic violence cases are still on the rise in many countries. How can media help in reducing these cases?

3. Poverty levels still alarming in developing countries. How can the media help in coming up with solutions for this?

Writing a dissertation on a journalism subject can be quite interesting. However, it is important to understand the nature of journalistic writing. Journalistic writing requires a more practical approach as compared to other fields. It is therefore important to use interviews, surveys, and other practical methods to collect data.

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100 Communication Research Topics

Table of contents

• 1 What Is Communication Research?
• 2.1 Top Research Topic Ideas
• 2.2 Research Topics for College Students
• 2.3 Business-Focused Research Topics
• 2.4 Social Media Research Topics
• 2.5 Mass Communication Research Topics
• 2.6 Interpersonal Communication Research Topics
• 2.7 Intercultural Communication Research Topics
• 2.8 Virtual Communication Research Topics
• 2.9 Health-Related Research Topics
• 2.10 Interesting Communication Research Topics
• 3 Coming up with a Thesis Statement
• 4.1 How to Create Strong Questions for Your Paper?
• 4.2 How to Find the Right Research Topics?
• 4.3 What Makes a Research Paper Topic Strong?
• 4.4 Tips for Structuring and Writing Your Paper
• 5 Conclusion

All fields of study have fresh and intriguing new research paper topics to explore. Within the subject of communication, there are loads of possibilities for research papers . This is thanks to the development of mass media and the growing popularity of various modern communication methods.

This article covers a broad range of effective research paper topics that are both interesting and relevant for this field. Any of them would make a suitable focal point for any research paper to do with how we interact with one another.

What Is Communication Research?

This is the study of how we interact with one another. It includes how the way we interact is affected by technology, culture, and individual differences. Researchers in this field use a variety of methods to study the way we converse and interact with each other, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and experiments.

Research in this area can be used to improve communication skills in personal relationships, in the workplace, and in other settings.

Lists of Key Communication Research Topics

The range of research paper topics in this field is extensive, to say the least. Below are 100 relevant topics that are arranged in groups of 10.

They cover a broad selection of modern communication issues and debates, from corporate and computer mediated communication to effective interpersonal communication, communication strategies, and more.

Top Research Topic Ideas

The topics in this first group mostly focus on how different factors impact the way we interact with one another. These are some of the key issues in the communication discipline today.

• The role communication plays in organizations.
• How technology influences it.
• The way globalization affects it.
• How it’s influenced by broadcast media.
• Ways in which advertising impacts it.
• The influence propaganda has on it.
• How it’s impacted by public relations.
• The effects of international journalism and journalism ethics on it.
• How the use of social media influences it.
• How it’s affected by language.

Research Topics for College Students

These topics are ideal for college students. They focus on how communication processes can influence someone’s mental health and personality traits. Both of these are important since they can influence a student’s academic progress.

• How does communication shape our identities?
• How do we use it to build relationships?
• What role does it play in influencing our emotions?
• How is our thinking influenced by it?
• In what ways do we use it to manage conflict?
• How is our behavior influenced by it?
• What factors influence the effectiveness of communication?
• In what way is it impacted by technology?
• What influences do cultural differences have on it?
• How does it shape our physical and mental health?

Business-Focused Research Topics

Having effective business communication is necessary for any sort of commercial activity to improve its marketing value. Both business to business communication and interactions with the public have to get the right message across. Below are some potential areas to do with organizational communication and public relations.

• The impact of new communication technologies.
• The use of social media and external communication.
• What effects does globalization have?
• How organizational communication is used in virtual teams.
• The impact that intercultural communication has.
• The way humor is used.
• What are the effects of gender?
• How we use non-verbal communication.
• The effect that technology has on corporate communication etiquette.
• The way we use business communication in crisis situations.

Social Media Research Topics

The focus of these topics is on social media, and it affects the way we communicate with one another. Using social media and being exposed to social media marketing can both have significant effects on practical communication skills. These topics focus on the way modern digital platforms influence our interactions.

• The effect of social media on communication practices and patterns.
• How social media changes relationship development.
• What influence does social media have on how people interact with each other?
• The effect of social media on the way people share information.
• How social media impacts the way people interact with businesses.
• The effect of social media on the way people interact with governments through proper communication channels.
• What consequences does social media have on online interactions?
• The effect that social media has on the way people interact with each other offline.
• Social media’s influence on the way people interact with each other in different cultures.
• What effects does social media have on the way people interact with each other in different age groups?

Mass Communication Research Topics

Mass communication is when you share information with a large number of people at the same time. Topics to do with mass communication are very relevant, thanks to the internet, social media platforms, and other kinds of mass media. The purpose of mass media is simply to inform loads of people about something as quickly and conveniently as possible.

• What effect do social media platforms have on mass communication?
• How does new technology affect it?
• The impact that advertising has on it.
• How news media influences it.
• Ways in which propaganda impacts it.
• The influence that public relations have on it.
• How it’s impacted by digital media and print media.
• Globalization’s impact on it.
• How new forms of media affect it.
• The ways it’s influenced by social networking.

Interpersonal Communication Research Topics

This is a broad term that refers to the exchanging of information between people. It’s when you use effective communication skills to share thoughts, ideas, and facts with at least one other person. The topics in this section look at some of the latest interpersonal communication trends.

• The effect of technology on interpersonal communication.
• The effect of culture on it.
• How gender influences it.
• The effect of age on it.
• How someone’s interaction style may impact it.
• The way context may influence it.
• How relationships can influence it.
• How it can be influenced by social apprehension.
• The effect of social competence on it.
• How it’s impacted by satisfaction.

Intercultural Communication Research Topics

This is when people from different cultures exchange information. Things like different languages, traditions, and even artifacts affect intercultural communication. The topics below look at intercultural communication and how culture shapes the many ways we interact with one another.

• How culture influences the ways we interact with one another.
• The impact of intercultural communication styles on relationships.
• How culture impacts our perceptions of interaction.
• The effect that interaction has on business relationships.
• How culture influences the way we interpret nonverbal communication.
• The impact of culture on our way of interpreting speech.
• How culture influences our information processing.
• The way culture impacts our process of making decision.
• The impact of culture on how we solve problems.
• How culture influences our interactions with others.

Virtual Communication Research Topics

Are virtual communication skills essential? You have to be just as proficient at virtual dialogue as you are at spoken words. Mastering interactive online communication is key for anyone who wants to succeed, and the topics below delve into this further.

• The impact on the development of personal relationships.
• The use of virtual dialogue in the business world.
• How it influences the way we think and learn.
• The benefits of virtual communication for people with social anxiety.
• The way it’s used in education.
• How it impacts our mental health.
• Ways in which it influences family relationships.
• How it’s used in the workplace.
• The effect it has on relationships.
• The advantages and disadvantages of virtual communication.

Health-Related Research Topics

It’s essential to have effective communication strategies in any sort of healthcare setting. Having interpersonal communication competence is vital so that practitioners can speak with patients clearly and effectively. The topics below look at how internal and external communication in the healthcare industry affects and is affected by different factors.

• The effectiveness of health communication campaigns in changing health behaviors.
• The impact of social media on interactions in the health industry.
• How humor is used in it.
• How storytelling is used in it.
• What effects it has on reducing health disparities.
• What effects it has on increasing health literacy.
• How new media technologies are used in it.
• How it influences public health outcomes.
• The role it plays in health education.
• The impact it has on patient satisfaction.

Interesting Communication Research Topics

This last batch of topics looks at how both spoken words and non-verbal communication affect different things. Some of the topics are about how we interact with one another in different areas of life.

• The impact of new communication technology on social interactions.
• The way it is used in the workplace.
• How we use it in education.
• Ways in which it is used in marketing.
• How people use it in healthcare.
• The way it affects personal relationships.
• The effects it has on organizational cultures.
• How it impacts individual productivity.
• Its effects on consumer behavior.
• The influences it has on the environment.
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Coming up with a Thesis Statement

Once you have come up with a potential research topic, you should start writing. Your first step is to write an effective thesis statement .

Your thesis statement is the argument or main point you want to make about your topic. It’s a summary of what your paper is going to be about. The purpose of it is to show the reader what you will be discussing and invite them to read your work.

Once you have your thesis statement, start writing your paper. Make sure to include evidence from scholarly sources to support your work.

Topic Selection and Writing Tips

How to create strong questions for your paper.

This question doesn’t have a single answer, as the best way to create strong questions for your paper will vary depending on the specific research project and its goals.

However, some tips on how to create strong questions include:

• Start by thinking about the specific goals of your research project. What are you trying to learn or understand?
• Draft a few potential research questions that can help you answer your goals. Be sure to make them as specific as possible.
• Test your research questions by asking them to others to see if they are clear and understandable. Are they interesting to people outside of your field of study?
• Revise and refine your research questions as needed. Be sure to keep them concise and easy to understand.

How to Find the Right Research Topics?

When writing a communication research paper, first, you should decide what topic you want to learn more about.

• Do the effects of social media and mass media on communication interest you?
• What about the role of communication in a competitive global business environment?
• What is the impact of new technology on the ways we exchange information?
• Whether effective communication is necessary to ensure credible reporting?
• How do improved relations make broadcasting media laws effective?

Once you have a general topic in mind, you can begin to narrow it down by focusing on a specific aspect of this field that interests you.

For example, if you are interested in the communication importance in a business market, you might want to focus on the impact of effective business interactions on employee productivity or customer satisfaction.

Alternatively, you could look at how private media ownership is affecting mass media, bringing journalism ethics into the discussion, and how journalists are ensuring credible reporting.

What Makes a Research Paper Topic Strong?

There is no one answer to this question, as it depends on the individual and the specific research goals. However, some factors that could make a research topic strong include its relevance to current events or real-world issues, its potential to generate new and innovative ideas, and its ability to generate interesting and valuable research findings.

Additionally, a strong topic should be interesting and engaging to read and write about, and it should be something that the researcher can be passionate about.

Tips for Structuring and Writing Your Paper

When writing communication research papers, it is important to structure your argument in a manner that’s clear and concise. Your paper should have a clear research paper introduction , body, and conclusion. Within the body of your paper, there should be a strong thesis statement, evidence that supports your argument, and a conclusion summarizing your argument.

Additionally, throughout the research paper writing process, it is significant to use clear and concise language. Use communication tips to help you put your own points across more effectively.

Deciding what to focus your research paper doesn’t have to be daunting. There are a huge number of research topics available. Finding the right one is easy.

First, think about the ideas that interest you the most. Which part of communication studies are you most passionate about? Is it media ethics, mass media, or something else?

When you’ve settled on one of the research topic ideas , start the research paper writing process. Find key sources such as books and academic articles. Think about what needs addressing in your research paper.

Now, it’s time for you to produce an excellent communication research paper.

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Mass Communication Dissertation

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Embarking on a Mass Communication Dissertation is a journey through the complex world of conveying impactful messages to diverse audiences. This comprehensive guide serves as a crucial resource for students and professionals delving into the intricate layers of Mass Communication Messages . It not only explores the theoretical frameworks but also provides practical insights into the dynamic field of mass communication. Whether you’re examining the Models of Mass Communication or investigating the latest trends in Mass Communication in a Digital Age , this guide equips you with the knowledge and tools necessary to craft a compelling dissertation. Understanding mass communication’s multifaceted nature and its profound influence on society is essential for any scholar or practitioner in this ever-evolving field.

Mass Communication Dissertation Examples

Explore pivotal Mass Communication Theories, analyze Digital Age trends, and study impactful Broadcasting and Social Media strategies in your dissertation.

1. Advertising and Consumer Behavior:  This delves into how visual and textual messages on billboards influence consumer behavior, demonstrating the practical applications of Mass Personal Communication in advertising strategies.

• Example: Researching the effectiveness of billboard advertising in urban areas and its influence on consumer choices, applying Mass Communication in Advertising principles.

2. Impact of Broadcasting on Public Opinion:  This explores the influential role of television in shaping political narratives, using theories like Agenda-Setting and Framing to understand the power dynamics in  Broadcasting Mass Communication .

• Example: A case study of how television broadcasting, especially news channels, shape public opinion on political matters, using Television Mass Communication theory.

3. Digital Era Communication Shifts:  This topic examines the transition from conventional news outlets to social media, highlighting the speed, reach, and interactivity of modern Mass Communication in Journalism.

• Example: Analyzing how social media platforms like Twitter have revolutionized news dissemination, contrasting traditional Journalism Mass Communication methods with modern digital practices.

4. Social Media’s Role in Social Movements:  This topic investigates how visual storytelling on social media can mobilize public support, contrasting it with traditional PR tactics in Social Media Mass Communication .

• Example: Examining the use of platforms like Instagram in driving social movements, comparing it to traditional Public Relations Mass Communication strategies.

5. Email Campaigns in Political Communication:  This study evaluates how targeted email messaging influences voter perceptions and behaviors, showcasing the evolving landscape of Mass Communication in Real Life scenarios.

• Example: Analyzing the effectiveness of email campaigns in local political races, focusing on Email Mass Communication strategies.

6. Influence of Podcasts in Education:  This research delves into the integration of podcasting as a modern educational tool, highlighting its role as an innovative form of Mass Communication in Broadcasting .

• Example: Exploring the use of educational podcasts in enhancing learning experiences in high schools, aligning with Mass Communication Examples in School .

7. Film as a Tool for Cultural Communication:  This focuses on films as a platform for showcasing diverse cultures, discussing their impact in promoting global understanding and empathy in the context of Mass Communication Messages .

• Example: Studying how international films serve as a medium for cross-cultural communication, relating to Mass Communication Theories like Cultural Theory.

8. The Role of Newspapers in the Digital Age:  This topic analyzes how newspapers have adapted to digital mediums, maintaining relevance and effectiveness in the rapidly evolving landscape of Mass Communication Examples in a Digital Age .

• Example: Investigating the transformation of traditional newspapers in the digital era, focusing on the blend of Printing Mass Communication and digital media.

9. Impact of YouTube on Learning and Education: This research assesses how YouTube’s video content is utilized for educational purposes, exploring its role in modern learning environments and its impact as a form of Blog Mass Communication .

• Example: A study on the use of YouTube as an educational resource in universities, related to Mass Communication Examples in School .

10. Billboard Communication in Urban Spaces:  This study focuses on how billboard messages shape urban culture and consumer behavior, demonstrating the effectiveness and reach of Billboard Mass Communication in dense, urban settings.

• Example: Analyzing the influence of billboard advertising in major cities and its effects on urban culture, using principles of Mass Communication in Advertising .

11. News Media’s Role in Environmental Awareness:  This topic investigates the influence of media in shaping public perception and awareness regarding environmental issues, highlighting the role of journalism in Mass Communication in Real Life.

• Example: Evaluating how news outlets cover climate change, using Agenda-Setting Theory from Mass Communication Theories .

12. Crisis Communication in Public Health:  This study examines how different forms of mass media, including social media and television, have been used for disseminating crucial public health information, applying Mass Communication Scenario/ Situation analysis.

• Example: Analyzing the effectiveness of mass communication strategies during public health crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

13. Cinema’s Influence on Social Norms:  This dissertation explores how film as a medium of mass communication can both reflect and influence cultural norms, using frameworks from Mass Communication Theories .

• Example: Researching the impact of mainstream cinema on shaping societal attitudes and norms, particularly in the context of gender roles.

14. The Evolution of Radio in the Digital Era:  Focusing on the transition and resilience of radio broadcasting, this research highlights the continued relevance and evolution of radio as a form of Mass Communication .

• Example: A historical analysis of radio’s adaptation and survival in the age of internet and digital media.

15. The Role of Social Media in Political Campaigns:  This topic examines how political figures and parties leverage social media to engage with voters, demonstrating the shift towards Social Media Mass Communication in political contexts.

• Example: Studying the use of social media platforms in political campaigning, especially focusing on recent elections.

16. Advertising’s Impact on Consumer Culture:  This research explores how advertising, especially through digital platforms, influences consumer behavior and societal trends, underlining the significance of Mass Communication in Advertising .

• Example: Investigating the role of advertising in shaping consumer culture, with a focus on online and digital advertisements.

17. The Effectiveness of Health Communication Campaigns:  This study evaluates the role of mass communication in disseminating health-related information and promoting public health initiatives, applying Mass Communication Scenario/ Situation analysis.

• Example: Assessing the impact of national health campaigns on public health behaviors and attitudes.

18. Representation of Minorities in Media:  This dissertation explores the representation and implications of minority groups in mainstream media, addressing issues of diversity and inclusivity in Mass Communication Messages .

• Example: Analyzing the portrayal of ethnic and racial minorities in television and film.

19. Corporate Communication Strategies in Global Markets:  Focusing on corporate communication strategies, this study discusses the challenges and techniques used in international marketing, reflecting on Mass Communication Examples in Real Life .

• Example: Examining how multinational corporations use mass communication to market products globally.

20. The Influence of Podcasts on Public Discourse:  This topic assesses the impact of podcasts as a new form of mass communication, exploring their role in informing and influencing public opinion on critical social topics

• Example: Researching the growing role of podcasts in shaping public opinion and discourse on various social issues.

21. Virtual Reality in Journalism:  This study explores how virtual reality is revolutionizing the field of journalism by offering more immersive and interactive storytelling experiences, reflecting on the evolving nature of Journalism Mass Communication .

• Example: Investigating the use of virtual reality technology in immersive journalism.

22. Social Media Influencers and Brand Communication:  This research delves into how influencers on platforms like Instagram and YouTube are reshaping brand communication, marking a shift towards more personalized forms of Mass Personal Communication .

• Example: Analyzing the impact of social media influencers on brand communication strategies.

23.  The Role of Memes in Digital Communication:  This topic looks into how memes, as a form of digital content, contribute to online discourse and communication, highlighting a unique aspect of Mass Communication in a Digital Age .

• Example: Examining the significance and impact of memes as a communication tool in the digital age.

24. Media Coverage of Humanitarian Crises:  This dissertation assesses how various media outlets report on humanitarian issues and the subsequent impact on public perception and response, using frameworks from Mass Communication Theories .

• Example: Studying the role and effectiveness of media coverage in shaping public response to humanitarian crises.

25. Interactive Advertising in the Online Space:  Focusing on how interactive elements in online advertising enhance user engagement and influence consumer behavior, this research underscores the changing dynamics of Mass Communication in Advertising .

• Example: Exploring the evolution and effectiveness of interactive online advertising.

26. The Impact of Music Streaming on Cultural Trends:  This study investigates the role of music streaming services in shaping contemporary music culture and trends, exploring a modern aspect of Mass Communication Examples in Real Life .

• Example: Analyzing how platforms like Spotify influence music consumption and cultural trends.

27. Media Literacy Education in Schools:  This topic evaluates how media literacy education in schools prepares students to critically engage with mass media, tying into Mass Communication Examples in School .

• Example: Researching the implementation and effectiveness of media literacy programs in educational institutions.

28. The Dynamics of News Consumption on Mobile Devices:  This dissertation explores how the use of smartphones and mobile apps has altered the way people consume news, illustrating a shift in Mass Communication Examples in a Digital Age .

• Example: Studying the changing patterns of news consumption with the advent of mobile technology.

29. Public Relations Strategies in Non-Profit Organizations:  This research delves into how non-profits use mass communication to advance their causes, highlighting the nuances of Public Relations Mass Communication in a non-profit context.

• Example: Examining the unique public relations challenges and strategies employed by non-profit organizations.

30. Gender Representation in Video Game Marketing:  This study focuses on how gender is portrayed in the marketing of video games and the impact of these portrayals on societal perceptions of gender, relating to broader Mass Communication Messages.

• Example: Analyzing the representation of gender in video game marketing and its societal implications.

What is a Dissertation in Mass Communication?

A Dissertation in Mass Communication is a comprehensive academic research project, typically undertaken as a crucial part of a postgraduate degree. It involves in-depth study and analysis of various aspects of mass communication, encompassing a range of topics from Mass Communication Theories to Digital Age media trends.

Purpose and Scope

The primary purpose of a dissertation in this field is to contribute original research or insights into the complexities of mass communication. It aims to explore the various modes, effects, and implications of communication on a mass scale, including Journalism Mass Communication , Broadcasting , and Social Media Mass Communication . The scope of these dissertations can vary widely, from empirical research studies to theoretical analyses, covering aspects like Mass Communication Characteristics , its impact on society, or the evolution of mass media platforms.

Process and Methodology

The process typically involves identifying a unique research question, conducting a thorough literature review, choosing an appropriate methodology, collecting and analyzing data, and finally, presenting the findings in a structured format. Methodologies can range from qualitative approaches like content analysis or interviews to quantitative methods like surveys or experiments, depending on the research question and objectives.

Significance and Relevance

A dissertation in mass communication holds significant relevance in understanding the ever-evolving landscape of media and communication. It provides insights into how mass communication affects public opinion, societal norms, and individual behavior. Furthermore, it helps in identifying new trends and challenges in the field, such as the impact of Social Media Mass Communication or the role of mass media in a Digital Age .

In summary, a dissertation in mass communication is a pivotal academic endeavor that not only advances a student’s understanding and expertise in the field but also contributes to the broader discourse on media and communication in today’s globalized world.

What are the Mass Communication Dissertation Topics?

When it comes to crafting a Mass Communication Dissertation , selecting the right topic is crucial. It sets the stage for your research and determines the scope of your study. The field of mass communication is vast and dynamic, encompassing various aspects such as Media Ecology Theory , digital media trends, public relations strategies, and the impact of mass media on society. Here, we provide a comprehensive guide to help you choose compelling and relevant dissertation topics in the field of mass communication.

• Digital Media and Society: Explore how digital platforms like social media and blogs have transformed communication in society. This topic can delve into aspects like Social Media Mass Communication and its influence on public opinion, social movements, and personal interactions.
• Journalism in the Digital Age: Investigate how digital technology has revolutionized journalism. Topics can include the transition from traditional Journalism Mass Communication methods to digital platforms, the role of citizen journalism, and the challenges faced by the industry in the digital era.
• Public Relations and Brand Communication: Analyze the evolving role of public relations in brand communication. This topic can cover strategies in Public Relations Mass Communication , the impact of social media influencers, and the use of public relations in crisis management.
• Advertising Strategies and Consumer Behavior: Research the changing landscape of advertising and its impact on consumer behavior. Topics can include innovative Mass Communication in Advertising techniques, the use of digital platforms for targeted advertising, and the psychological impact of advertising messages on consumers.
• Media Representation and Cultural Impact: Study how media representation affects cultural perceptions and societal norms. This can include the portrayal of gender, race, and other social issues in various media forms and how these representations influence public perception and cultural trends.
• Communication Technologies and Innovations: Explore emerging technologies in communication, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence, and their potential impact on mass communication practices.
• Ethical Considerations in Mass Communication: Delve into the ethical challenges and considerations in mass communication, including issues related to media bias, misinformation, and the ethical use of technology in communication.
• Global Communication and Cross-Cultural Perspectives: Examine mass communication from a global perspective, focusing on how media operates and is consumed in different cultural contexts, and the role of global media in shaping cross-cultural understanding.
• Media Theories and Models: Investigate various Mass Communication Theories and models, such as the Agenda-Setting Theory, Cultivation Theory, and Framing Theory, and their relevance in contemporary media studies.
• Mass Communication in Education: Assess the role of mass communication tools and platforms in education, including the use of digital media in classroom settings, educational broadcasting, and the influence of media on learning and educational outcomes.

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• Choose a Relevant Topic: Select a dissertation topic that not only interests you but also contributes to the field of Mass Communication . Whether it’s Social Media Mass Communication or Broadcasting Mass Communication , ensure your topic is both current and researchable.
• Incorporate Diverse Sources: Use a wide range of sources, from academic journals to case studies, to support your arguments. This is particularly important in fields like Mass Communication in Advertising and Journalism Mass Communication , where practical examples are as valuable as theoretical models.
• Apply Theoretical Frameworks: Ground your dissertation in established Mass Communication Theories . This will provide a solid foundation for your research and analysis.
• Utilize Modern Technologies: Embrace digital tools and platforms. For instance, analyzing Mass Communication Examples in a Digital Age requires familiarity with digital media and online research methods.
• Engage with Real-World Scenarios: Connect your research to real-life situations. Study Mass Communication Scenario/ Situation to understand how theories apply in practical settings.
• Stay Updated on Current Trends: Mass communication is a rapidly evolving field. Keep abreast of the latest trends, especially in dynamic areas like Social media Mass Communication and Email Mass Communication .
• Critically Evaluate Your Findings: Approach your research findings with a critical eye. This is particularly crucial when discussing Mass Communication Messages and their impact on various audiences.
• Seek Feedback Regularly: Regularly consult with your dissertation advisor or peers, especially when exploring complex topics like Mass Communication in Broadcasting or Public Relations Mass Communication .
• Focus on Clear Communication: Present your ideas clearly and concisely. This is vital in a field that revolves around effective communication, like Mass Communication .
• Ethical Considerations: Always consider the ethical implications of your research, especially when dealing with sensitive topics related to Mass Personal Communication and media influence.

Mass Communication Dissertation offers a deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of media and its societal impacts. From exploring Digital Age transformations to analyzing Mass Communication Theories , these dissertations underscore the profound influence of media in shaping public opinion, culture, and communication trends. They reflect the dynamic and interconnected nature of modern mass communication.

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20 interesting dissertation topics in journalism and mass communication.

If you are studying media studies, journalism, or even English then you may be required to write a dissertation that is in some way related to journalism and/or mass communication. It is a very interesting topic to study, and has evolved considerably over the past few centuries.

In fact, the way in which mass communication exists in the present day is very different to how was just a few decades ago.

Ultimately, prior to inventions such as the printing press, mass communication didn’t really exist in the same way. In order to announce news to big groups of people, the only options were either very time-consuming or could only reach relatively small groups of people. These days though, particularly with social media, large numbers of people can be informed about events almost the moment that they happen.

With such a wide ranging subject to write about, you have a wide choice of different topics to base your dissertation on. Some of the ideas that you may wish to consider at been listed below.

• A comparison of social media and traditional media in terms of how people find out about the news
• How powerful are mass media companies?
• What role does journalism have in forming and toppling governments?
• A history of mass communication in the 20th century
• How does North Korea control mass communication?
• Should governments interfere in journalism?
• What regulations should journalists follow?
• Do newspapers do enough to ensure that journalists abide by ethical codes?
• How has technology changed the way in which mass communication reaches the public?
• Is the Internet more important in terms of mass communication than the invention of the printing press?
• What is the future of newspapers?
• Will journalism become a largely freelance industry in the near future?
• Should journalists be able to hide behind confidentiality agreements?
• How reliable are newspapers as a source of information?
• How do governments use mass communication to manipulate the public?
• How important is social media as a tool for mass communication in oppressed societies?
• How dangerous is misinformation provided by media companies?
• Is the nightly news relevant?
• How has rolling news coverage affected the quality of journalism?
• How important is it to have a degree in journalism for those who want to build a career in newspaper industry?

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• Examine the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic and relate it to the growth of the Ebola virus
• Assess how governments violently quell peaceful protests in any country of your choice
• Assess the cover-up of the Vatican in the sexual scandal of officials in the Holy Seal
• Account for the influence of drug use in Mexico and how it influence or affect youths
• Examine the shows with sexual appeal and how they affect the population
• Give an account for the influence of extremity in the spread of the gospel of hatred in America
• Study any corruption scandal of your choice and examine the fault of regulatory bodies
• Give a comparative analysis of the 2008 economic crisis and the OPEC Oil Price Shock of 1973
• Investigate the conspiracies in the government of Donald Trump
• Investigate the bloody situation in Libya before Gaddafi’s death
• Investigate the challenges facing India’s minority
• Investigate the crisis in Turkey
• Account for the political crisis between NATO-Ukraine and Russia

Journalism Topics for High School

You may have been asked to create journalism topics for your essay or contribute to your school’s magazine. There are different custom topics you could write about. You can consider these exciting and easy journalism topics:

• An assessment of societal Influence of corruption and unaccountability
• Assess the societal impact of the unaccountable judiciary in the US courts
• What do you think about the role of the big five countries in rural community development?
• What do you think the Biden Administration can do better about student loans and mortgages?
• Assess the impact of mass media in reducing corruption
• What do you know about drug abuse in the US, and how does it affect kids?
• Evaluate how drama can be used to promote sensitization of sexual differences
• Give an overview of how literature can be used to promote sexual orientation for high school kids
• Why do you think your school needs a radio broadcast channel
• What are your thoughts on unrestricted access to the internet for college students?
• Do you think that social media is a good or bad innovation for society?
• Assess how social media is responsible for depression and anxiety about beauty amongst youths
• What do you believe are the impact of America Got Talent shows on kids
• Because of social media, do you think mass media outlets like newspapers, televisions, and radios are no longer needed?
• What do you understand about climate change and why everyone is scared?
• What do you understand about Environmental changes and why everyone is scared?
• Do you think women should take up top leadership roles anywhere in the world?
• Do you think working from home is the best thing that could ever happen to working-class people?
• What do you think makes a government legitimate according to your knowledge of Political Science, History, and Philosophy?
• What do you think are the consequences of choosing entertainment above education and vice versa amongst youths
• How can your school’s staff improve their relationship with students?
• What are your ideas about humanitarian aid to Africa?
• What do you think is the role of science and technology in the contemporary world?
• Do you think high school students should have an intimate relationship too?
• What do you believe is the most significant influence on youths and why?
• What do you think about racism and Semitism in America?
• What do you think about bullying in schools and the consequences of bullying on academic performance?
• Do you think newspapers do an excellent job of promoting political sensitization?
• Do you believe America is the best country in the world, and why?
• Human and sex trafficking is the cruelest sin in the world: discuss
• Assess the challenges of pregnancy
• What do you think are the roles of women in Achieving gender equality in America?
• Why do people idolize celebrities?
• What do you think about the imprisonment of R Kelly?
• Give a review of three songs by Rihanna.

Journalism Research Topics

Your professor may have asked you to develop good journalism research paper topics for your university degree requirements. There are different topics here that could guide you into choosing the perfect subject. Consider:

• Analyze the failure of CNN in reporting unbiased news
• Examine the importance of the media in advertising the need for economic development in rural communities
• Assess the social media as the space to mobilize community support
• Examine the significance of social media over the mass media like television, radio, and newspapers
• Examine the campaign for sexual liberty in America
• Examine the movement for gender equality in any Arab country of your choice
• Examine the role of social media in the campaign for anti-racial sentiments
• Account for the sexualizing of women in adverts
• Account for president Trump’s innate desire to censor information in the media
• Account for the role of journalists as gatekeepers in any free society
• Account for the significance of international Journalist groups in protecting Journalists around the world
• Examine America during the civil wars
• Account for the sexual behaviors of porn addicts
• What are the challenges facing three television Companies in the US?
• Give an appraisal of Aljazeera and its news
• Rationalize the death of Reuters’ Journalist, Danish Siddiqui, while in Afghanistan
• Examine the consequences of the Trump administration on America’s domestic policies
• Account for the consequences of Trump’s Administration on America’s foreign policy
• Examine the effect of racial discrimination and employability in America
• What is the role of America in developing ISIS?
• Is America really the watchdog of the world?
• Assess China and its rise to global dominance
• Assess the significance of the Atlantic in world trade
• Assess the political differences affecting Germany’s Nord Dam construction
• Examine the need for entrepreneurs in America
• Has capitalism favored the world so far?
• Are Trump supporters patriotic or merely loyal to him?
• Examine how education has promoted liberty in Afghanistan before US withdrawal
• Assess for the role of journalist brands in reporting terrorism
• What is the impact of the George Bush administration?
• What are the impacts of the Obama administration on Libya politics
• Assess the Israeli alliance with Saudi Arabia and the evil or good involved
• Assess political or cultural propaganda of your choice
• Account for the activities of any fraternity in a US campus
• Consider Iraq’s needs for nuclear weapons as a balance of power or balance or threats

Literary Journalism Topics

As a form of nonfiction writing published in newspapers or magazines, it could cover interviews, research, or any other form of essay of your choice. If you’re required to choose controversial yet good journalism topics, you may want to consider:

• Thoughts about Chimamanda Adichie’s “Danger of a Single Story” and how it could shape the literary scene
• How fake news convince people about COVID-19 myths
• The ethical challenges of journalism in any media company of your choice
• The impact of photojournalists in the Afghan war
• The scam in humanitarian intervention in any conflict of your choice
• How French imperialism guides its role in French West African countries
• The murder of Patrice Lumumba: thoughts on why America wants him dead
• Philosophize on the brutality of King Leopold II.
• How contestants arouse public sympathy in getting votes on America’s Got Talent
• How pop culture ruin actual cultural developments
• How journalism has evolved into business for financial gains
• How journalism has evolved into a means of entertainment
• Why does Aljazeera only tell sad, sad stories
• Write a story about a mysterious heist of your choice
• Attempt a short biography of Danish Siddiqui
• Attempt a 7000 essay on everything about Vatican City and the politics
• Document the invention of Isaac Newton and its Influence on technology
• Lessons from the exploration of Amerigo Vespucci
• Key points and lessons from Richard Nixon’s scandal
• The mistakes of communism and capitalism in today’s world
• What could be considered the impacts of Toni Morrison on literature?
• Evaluate the works of Chinua Achebe in African literature
• Evaluate the outcomes of Garcia Marquez in fiction and journalism
• Opinions on the results of the Paris Review on literature
• Opinions on the role of Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic in the media
• Ideas on the death of democracy during Trump
• A comparative analysis of presidents Trump and Richard Nixon
• A comparative study of Presidents George Bush and Barack Obama
• An overview of Trump’s economic policies
• An overview of Trump’s businesses’ economic scandals

Research Topics in Mass Communication and Journalism Topics

As a journalism section that deals with exchanging information through the media, different topics can be developed to wow your professor. With interest in advertisement and dissemination of information, these are various journalism topics for you:

• Embark on a comparative analysis of two media companies in the US
• Account for the scandals of corruption in the practice of journalism
• Assess the role of the media in the proceedings of Donald Trump’s impeachment
• Report on the use of social media in triggering the White House protest on Trump’s behalf
• Report on the use of Twitter during Trump’s Administration
• What could be said to be good communication habits in Journalism?
• Local newspapers and their usefulness in American public life
• Has the use of radio negated modernity in America?
• What are the challenges and prospects of smartphones during environmental disasters?
• How has social media propagated the cancel culture?
• How can the mass media be used for effective social change?
• Drawing from the Watergate Scandal, what is the role of the mass media?
• How do music choices influence the promotion of morality in traditional media?
• Account for a radio show and its influence on the American public
• Assess the consequences of airing extreme conservative ideas on radio
• Social media and censorship: does it make sense?
• How does the mass media contribute to racial disintegration?
• Account for the radio show that promotes cultural diversity in America
• Assess the subject of television addiction amongst youths
• Evaluate the role of reporters and reporting highly sensitive cases
• Identify how social media is wielded to propagate fake news
• How Chairman Mao authored his propaganda with the media
• The part of information dissemination before the Bolshevik Revolution
• The role of the press in silencing threats in Russia
• The thin line between truth and conspiracy in journalism

Middle School Journalism Topics

You may have been told to contribute to your school’s magazine or submit an essay in school. It would be best if you had easy and enjoyable journalism essay topics for your level. You can ask intriguing questions in your articles or essay through these journalism topics:

• What are the powers you’ll execute if you have magical powers?
• Who would you say are the best characters you’ve ever enjoyed?
• What are your favorite movies, and why?
• If you were an actor, which role would you never take?
• Peer pressure and alcohol, do you think you can be influenced into social vices?
• What are the campus secrets you think everyone should know about?
• Review the last album of Beyonce
• Review three songs of Kendrick Lamar and their Influence on the Black community
• Review any book of your choice and its influence on people
• Review any movie of your choice
• Examine the need for active sport representations in school
• Account for the need for Political student activists
• Which of the school policies do you think must change?
• If you’ll do anything to bullies, what would it be?
• What are your thoughts about the foods in your cafeteria?
• Would you attend a protest against the school authorities, and why?
• Do you think everyone should like sports in school, and why?
• Do you think school elections should be as competitive as senatorial or gubernatorial elections?
• Do you think rivalries are suitable for school elections?
• Who is your favorite philosopher, and why should everyone read Philosophy?
• Which event of history should be told over and over again?
• What are the achievements of your school’s basketball team?
• What are the achievements of your school’s gymnastic team?
• What are your opinions on Biden’s academic loans?
• What are your opinions on racial diversity in classrooms?

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Media Dissertation Topics

The aim of writing a dissertation or thesis is to create an original piece of research work on a clearly defined topic. However, writing a dissertation can be very difficult, especially if the student fails to have a concise research topic. Therefore, the first step to writing a successful dissertation is to identify the area that the student wants to research and then, after a little study of this area, form a clearly-defined topic. A concise research question is very important as it ensures that the dissertation is focused and flowing, and enables students to demonstrate how their research area is relevant. It is also important that the student chooses media dissertation topics that are of interest and bring new insight into the topic. However, the media dissertation topic should have enough literature for the student to form their unique argument, because a dissertation is not a PhD, and does not aim to change the field of research; rather, dissertations are focused on providing a different and unique viewpoint on the existing research and literature. The following article looks at a variety of different and relevant dissertation topics on media, including journalism, mass communication and music, and then identifies several good media dissertation topics and research questions to help the student to identify an area of interest, as well as how to form a good research question. Selecting media dissertation topics can be a challenging task, and therefore this article suggests a wide range of topics within the subject areas of freedom of expression, censorship, culture, communication, government monitoring and social networks.

Journalism and Privacy Dissertation Topics

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Journalism and privacy have become very hot media-related dissertation topics, especially in the growing world of celebrities and in the developing era of everyone keeping up-to-date about happenings in the world. However, journalism has also brought the concern of privacy to the forefront, as questions are raised about privacy versus transparent journalism. Certain media dissertation topics consider how far a journalist can venture into an individual’s private life without breaching the individual’s fundamental right to privacy (Article 8 of the European Convention of Human Rights), and consider whether there are some different criteria applied for private individuals or popular celebrities. Some topics within journalism and privacy that you could cover within your media dissertation include:

• Although English law does not provide a specific law for privacy, does the common law system provide adequate protection of an individual’s private life from journalists?
• The European Convention of Human Rights has introduced the concept of proportionality; does the United Kingdom’s legal regulations and precedent adopt proportionality towards privacy of individuals and journalists?
• The case of Princess Diana has called into question the ethics of journalism and their invasion into the private life of the public. Should there be stricter regulations?
• The European Law of Human Rights has called for a specific law of privacy to protect individuals from journalists: Does the UK need to adopt this approach?
• A case law approach to Journalism and show-business: Do celebrities, by nature of their career, have a reduced right to privacy?
• The economics of journalism are very important. If there is a stricter approach to protecting the private life of the public, will journalists still be able to engage and maintain their readership?
• The legal case of Naomi Campbell in the UK has highlighted the issue of celebrities being afforded full privacy rights like other citizens. How can the right balance be achieved by journalists?
• Judges in the UK and the USA have argued that celebrities who court the media, by their personal actions and economic gains, should not use privacy laws when and as they wish. Discuss.
• Across Europe there are varying approaches by the courts to protecting privacy. With the European Court of Human Rights and the EU do we need one consistent approach?
• The case of Yahoo v Licra has brought into question the very strict protection of privacy in France. Does the French approach comply with the European Convention of Human rights under the principles of margin of appreciation?
• Data Protection and Journalism. How does the Data Protection Act 1998 influence the issue of peoples’ privacy in journalism?
• The UK currently has a privacy statute set out in the Human Rights Act 1998. However, does journalism operate in the public’s interest?
• Considering privacy in journalism, two major conducts are considered offensive – publication of private facts and intrusion. How can these conducts be regulated?

Journalism and the press offer a platform for various voices to be heard. However, the flipside of protecting the privacy of individuals is the important role of the media as the public watchdog. Indeed, at the international, regional and national level, journalists serve as the public’s watchdog, activist and custodian. These roles are protected by the fundamental human right of freedom of expression. This area discusses the extent to which courts can extend their protection over journalists, and how journalists can avoid court cases. Specific topics for your media dissertation could include:

• Reynolds v Time Newspapers is the key case for recognising the role of press as the public’s watchdog. What are the implications of this case on the courts’ approach to journalists?
• Sources are essential to journalists. Should the freedom of expression laws be used to protect these sources from cases that can result in breach of confidence?
• The First Amendment of the United States Constitution has a tenet that supports a very balanced approach to freedom of expression and journalism. Should the UK adopt their approach?
• Are there any justifications for the journalist’s right of freedom of expression to be breached in the interests of a democratic society?
• Some argue that freedom of expression and the free press is the cornerstone of a democratic society. A comparison of citizens’ attitudes to a free press in the UK and US.
• Journalism relies on the right of freedom of expression; however, should this give journalists the license to destroy the lives of individuals? A discussion of the balance between journalism and responsible reporting.
• The “name and shame” approaches adopted by many newspapers have been questioned as unethical, Is this so, or does this strategy confirm their status as the public’s watchdog?
• Watchdog is a very important consumer protection programme. Is this an example of responsible journalism?
• Breach of confidence is a major factor that contradicts Data Protection laws and regulations; how far can the journalist’s right to freedom of expression be used as a defence of such a breach?
• Is there a different level of freedom of expression for tabloids and broadsheets? The News of the World versus The Times.
• UK citizens have a negative right to freedom of expression under the common law. How does this impact the country’s journalism?
• The Sunday Times vs UK case highlights how courts infringe on journalists’ freedom of expression. How can courts extend their protection over journalists?
• Freedom of expression is protected under Article 10 of the Human Rights Convention. Can journalists leverage on this legislation?

Censorship is the suppression of speech, public messages, and other similar information, that can be provided by journalists, based on the assumption that such material can be offensive, detrimental, delicate, politically incorrect or problematic as determined by government establishments or by public consensus. Therefore, censorship can be referred to as the government’s approach to controlling the media for the good of the society. The question is how far can the government go to protect society and is it really justified or merely a form of citizen control? There are two forms of censorship; the first is direct censorship, which is the banning of certain mediums and topics, while the second form is propaganda censorship, where the media and artists feed the government viewpoint. This is a controversial area, which offers various unique media dissertation topics, including:

• Direct censorship is a direct breach of an individual’s human right to a free press. Discuss in relation to UNDHR
• Journalists have a moral right to provide a balanced approach to the news; however, it is argued that the media is highly politicised. The case study of Fox News in the US.
• Iran currently has a strict censorship programme in relation to its media. Does this approach protect the integrity of the country or is it a form of state control?
• Were the dossiers released by the UK and US government prior to the Iraq war an example of the state using the media for propaganda?
• A review of the differing viewpoints about banning pornography within an independent or democratic society: Is this a form of censorship??
• The Spycatcher Case illustrates that the English courts will allow censorship if there is a threat to national security; however, should there be a limitation to the extent of legitimate whistleblowing, and when does whistleblowing constitute a crime?
• Art has been an object of censorship over the years to protect the morals of the community. Some would argue that certain artistries, such as the BODYWORX art show, is immoral, but has not been censored. How does this compare to the display of foetuses and other controversial artistries?
• Censorship, through propaganda, appears to be more subversive in a democratic society because it is hidden behind supposed legitimate laws. Case Study: The war on terror.
• Political correctness is the new form of censorship in a democracy. Has the liberal view on tolerance caused a breach of the rights that they aim to protect?
• The recent cases on the right of an individual to wear religious symbols have brought into question whether the UK is now censoring the right of religious association. Can this and other similar cases be classed as examples of censorship?
• Censorship of controversial topics (violence, scandals, etc.) – Is there a balance between censorship and the ability to portray the true version of events?
• A review of strict censorship regulations: Does censorship form a barrier to wide-ranging dissemination of creative works in the Arab world?
• Implicit theories of censorship: Has the United States and U.K. Government institutions implemented censorship regulations that have created adverse conditions whereby journalists have to carry out personal-censorship to avoid prosecution?

Media, as a means of communication, has the potential to stretch and strengthen the human capacity for the transmission and exchange of information. The cultural value of media is dependent on those who control the mechanisms of media. For example, mass media, such as television, can produce significant cultural effects. Concerns about threats to media democracy have generated an exciting area for comparative research. Here are some media dissertation topics and case studies that you could research for your media dissertation:

• What is the role of cybernationalism in China?
• Facebook and Fears – A consideration of the ways in which social media networks have been implicated in digital terrorism.
• Celebritisation and class conflict – A critical analysis of British ‘structured reality’ programming and its impact on class identity.
• What is cyberviolence and how can it be regulated?
• Following terror attacks in France, social media has been used to disseminate information in emergency situations. What are public expectations in relation to media messages and crisis management?
• How does individualism-collectivism influence media use? A cross-cultural comparison between the USA and China.
• Can the media be used to breach cultural divides and erase stereotypical images? An argument for responsible journalism.
• Is the growth of media and film making, outside of Hollywood, important to ensure that all cultures are represented? The case of Bollywood.
• In the UK do the British media fail the North/South cultural divide? A comparison of BBC news broadcasting.
• Technological developments have influenced contemporary journalism and news culture. What is the fate of the modern newsroom?
• Considering the ‘multicultural question’, discuss the extent to which the Hall/Morely model of audience reception remains relevant.
• Examine postmodern views of media representation of significant cultural events.
• Identify key debates about how media influences questions of sexual difference and the performativity of gender.

Intellectual property is a key feature of a new idea that an artist puts into practice. In the past, copyright, patents and trademarks have limited the ability to reproduce the work of the artist. However, in the current age of advanced technology, there are less effective regulations and restrictions governing whether individuals can download pirated music and films. Debate about control, ownership, and the values of the artist lead to the question of whether using the work of an artist is, in fact, stealing. This is becoming a more prominent issue within an increasingly globalised and digitised media industry, and the subject would make for interesting media dissertation topics.

• The Agreement on Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) is the most important intellectual agreement of the 20th century. Discuss.
• There are legitimate situations in the name of education where breaching an artist’s intellectual property rights is permitted. Discuss.
• Intellectual property law fails minority cultural groups, their tribal music and art because it fails to understand communitarian ownership and prioritises the individual. Discuss.
• Copyright law is far more interested in the owner of the copyright, such as record labels, than the artists. Discuss.
• Using The X-Factor as a case study, present reasons why economics, rather than musical style, shapes the role of the music industry in popular culture.
• It is argued that in the UK there is no real choice in music, because there is a monopoly on record labels in the market. A comparison of the UK and Canada’s music markets.
• Music throughout the centuries has been linked to culture. However, in the UK there seems to be a distinct lack of cultural mainstream music. Does there need to be a promotion of British music culture?
• Do the beliefs and attitudes of consumers in the music market need to change to stop music pirating?
• Artists are changing the music market by allowing consumers to choose their price for music purchases. How will this change the face of the music market?
• The Americanisation of the music industry is destroying traditional musical forms. Debate whether cultural imperialism is evident in the context of music censorship in Iran.
• At the turn of the century, 80% of global publishing and recording revenues are appropriated by only five companies: EMI (UK), Bertelsmann (Germany), Warner (US), Sony (Japan) and Universal (Canada). Debate whether this monopolisation will continue.
• Evaluate the role of cultural intermediaries (Bourdieu, 1984) in relation to the active role that personnel in the music industry undertake in relation to the production of particular styles of music.
• The greater control that technology affords has led to more complex patterns of everyday music usage. Discuss.

Communication in the digital age has caused fears that individual privacy will be breached. For instance, different digital technologies have different conceptualisations of privacy. As with any broad social change, as well as fear come new forms of knowledge. The digital age has provided improved access to learning and education. Further to this, advances in communication technologies have supported activism and furthered freedom of expression. Here are some media dissertation topics within this area that you could research on.

• The Data Protection Act (DPA) is soon to be replaced by the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Evaluate this change in data protection regulation.
• France, Germany and the UK have different approaches to Data Protection. Are any sufficient to deal with digital communications?
• Identity fraud and hacking behaviour has grown with the evolution of digital communications. Evaluate research into cybercrime perpetration by adolescents and young adults.
• Education has been improved in the digital age with faster communication and exchanging of ideas. Has this made traditional teaching methods less important?
• In light of the influence of micro-blogging on political campaigning, discuss the effectiveness of e-campaigning on Twitter as a more participatory process.
• Higher education in the digital era – discuss the impact of online forums on distance learning.
• Digital inequality may compound the existing rural-urban disparity in developing countries. Discuss.
• How has the use of the Internet in local economies kick-started sustainable development? A comparison of rural South Africa and rural India.
• Digital communication has been an important tool for human rights campaigners. A case study of Amnesty International’s email petitions.
• In the past, governments have tried to censor information as a form of control. With the emergence of projects such as WikiLeaks, examine whether the Internet has brought about democratic change.
• Does use of the internet stimulate political unrest in the Middle East?
• Virtual Communities of Practice (VCoP) is a useful analytic frame for examining the professional identity and status of media workers. Discuss.
• The individual has the power to design their own information environment. Evaluate Harper’s (1997) notion of the ‘Daily Me’.
• Large corporations and governments have developed new methods with which to analyse social media data. Discuss the implications that dominant uses of data mining and analytics may have for the public.

The growth of mass communication and the technology to enable this communication has brought many benefits. Technological advancement provides the individual with information at the touch of a button, as well as allowing them to participate in politics. The advancements have also provided cheaper and easier formats for communication. However, there are some significant problems, enabling governments to access individual’s private communications with greater ease. Thus, privacy of the individual is threatened. This includes ISP addresses asking for personal information on access and Internet providers allowing government access. Does this mean that although mass communication has benefits it also has significant problems? An important issue to many would mean any of the following topics could create a useful and well-read media dissertation.

• Is it ethical for Internet providers to allow government agencies to access private, individual, personal communications in the interests of justice?
• How does the UK government justify using mass communication interceptors, such as ISP address recording, to access private individual’s personal information?
• What are the implications of governments using the private individual’s access of mass communication as reason to investigate their personal communications?
• How are the boundaries blurring between mass and personal communication with the advent of blogs and social networking sites?
• Privacy is a key factor to limit journalists accessing personal information. How can the government justify breaching the same rights of an individual’s personal information?
• What is the nature of the participatory culture of politics and how has social media encouraged this to individuals and government?
• In enabling governments to access the private information of the individual, what implications has this for society and freedoms for the individual?
• Communication is key to the democratic process; how can individuals be assured of their rights and freedoms?

Digital communications are constantly changing and moving the goal posts at a rapid speed. Social networks, such as Facebook, are changing the way that many people use the Internet and are changing the face of the distinction of private and mass communication. Information is readily available, allowing the individual to participate in a virtual world. Communication is being enabled through the various platforms and mediums available to the user, such as blogs etc. The socialising processes are being updated in link with how social media is operated by connecting individuals. Social media also has its critics who accuse it of damaging personal communication and dumbing down the latest generations. It has also become the site of cyber bullying which on the internet cannot be fully governed. If the area of communication and social networks interests you, you could write about any of the following topics for your media dissertation.

• Social networks are the new form of mass communication, where blogs and ideas are exchanged; however, as technological processes are dynamic this is not the final product of social media. Discuss
• What are the effects of social networking sites on the economics of mass communication?
• Can social networking sites be used as a form of mass communication to trigger sustainable development and trading outside the ambits of corporations, such as eBay.
• Do social networks play an important role in mass communication, advertising and the economic growth of trading over the Internet?
• Are social networks more persuasive than traditional forms of communication, especially in regards to changing attitudes of individuals towards key debates?
• Can we use social networks and blogs as a platform of mass communication to change attitudes to consumers and companies? Social networks and consumer boycotting.
• Social media has been described as the digitalisation of word of mouth; how effective has this format been for marketing business?
• Cyber bullying has become a greater problem using social media. How can this be regulated?
• How true is it that social media can have an adverse effect on social interaction and the dumbing down of the English language?

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Faculty in Journalism, Culture and Communication analyze emerging and enduring forms of public communication and the institutional and economic conditions that sustain them. They employ a range of research methods, including ethnography, textual and historical analysis, and political economic approaches to media industries. As digital technologies have transformed mediated practices, the faculty has opened a series of new areas of inquiry, including computational journalism, the study of algorithms in institutions, and the cultural history of Silicon Valley.

Angèle Christin  is an associate professor. She is interested in fields and organizations where algorithms and ‘big data’ analytics transform professional values, expertise, and work practices. In her dissertation, she analyzed the growing importance of audience metrics in web journalism in the United States and France. Drawing on ethnographic methods, she examined how American and French journalists make sense of traffic numbers in different ways, which in turn has distinct effects on the production of news in the two countries. In a new project, she studies the construction, institutionalization, and reception of analytics and predictive algorithms in the U.S. criminal justice system.

Ted Glasser  is an emeritus professor.  His teaching and research focus on media practices and performance, with emphasis on questions of press responsibility and accountability. His books include  Normative Theories of the Media: Journalism in Democratic Societies,  written with Clifford Christians, Denis McQuail, Kaarle Nordenstreng, and Robert White, which in 2010 won the Frank Luther Mott-Kappa Tau Alpha award for best research-based book on journalism/mass communication and was one of three finalists for the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication’s Tankard Book Award;  The Idea of Public Journalism , an edited collection of essays, recently translated into Chinese;  Custodians of Conscience: Investigative Journalism and Public Virtue , written with James S. Ettema, which won the Society of Professional Journalists’ award for best research on journalism, the Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism, and the Frank Luther Mott-Kappa Tau Alpha award for the best research-based book on journalism/mass communication;  Public Opinion and the Communication of Consent , edited with Charles T. Salmon; and  Media Freedom and Accountability , edited with Everette E. Dennis and Donald M. Gillmor.  His research, commentaries and book reviews have appeared in a variety of publications, including the  Journal of Communication, Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly, Critical Studies in Mass Communication, Journalism Studies, Policy Sciences, Journal of American History, Quill, Nieman Reports  and  The New York Times Book Review .

James T. Hamilton  is a professor and the director of the Journalism Program. His work on the economics of news focuses on the market failures involved in the production of public affairs coverage and the generation of investigative reporting. Through research in the emerging area of computational journalism, he is exploring how to lower the cost of discovering stories about the operation of political institutions.

Xiaochang Li  is an assistant professor. She is broadly interested in the history of informatics, computation, and related data practices. Drawing upon media history, history of science, and STS, her work is concerned with how information technologies shape the production and circulation of knowledge and the relationship between technical practices and social worlds. Her current research examines the history of speech recognition and natural language processing and how the pursuit of language influenced the development of AI, Machine Learning, and contemporary algorithmic culture. Her work also touches on sound studies and the history of acoustics and she has previously worked on topics concerning transnational media audiences and digital content circulation.

Fred Turner  is a professor and cultural historian of media and media technologies. Trained in both Communication and Science and Technology Studies, he has long been interested in how media and American culture have shaped one another over time. His most recent work has focused on the rise of American technocracy since World War II and on the aesthetic and ideological manifestations of that rise in the digital era. Before earning his Ph.D., Turner worked as a journalist for ten years. He continues to write for newspapers and magazines and strongly supports researchers who seek to have a public impact with their work.

Like all Communication faculty, the members of the Journalism, Communication and Culture group routinely collaborate with colleagues from around the campus. The group enjoys particularly strong collaborations with sociologists, historians, art historians, and computer scientists.

Faculty — Journalism, Media and Culture

Doctoral Students — Journalism, Media and Culture

Selected Graduates

• Sanna Ali, Ph.D. 2023. AI Policy Analyst, Stanford Cyber Policy Center and RegLab
• Jeff Nagy, Ph.D. 2023. Assistant Professor, Communication and Media Studies, York University
• Anna Gibson, Ph.D. 2022. Postdoctoral Fellow, MIT Comparative Media Studies/Writing
• Jihye Lee , Ph.D. 2022. Assistant Professor, School of Advertising and Public Relations, UT Austin
• Andreas Katsanevas, Ph.D. 2020. Technology Policy Researcher, Meta
• Sheng Zou,  Ph.D. 2020. Assistant Professor, School of Communication, Hong Kong Baptist University
• Christine Larson , Ph.D. 2017. Assistant Professor, Journalism, University of Colorado, Boulder
• Yeon Joo , Ph.D. 2014. Associate Professor, Department of Digital Media, Myongji University, Seoul
• Morgan G. Ames , Ph.D. 2013. Assistant Adjunct Professor, School of Information, University of California, Berkeley
• Seeta Pena Gangdaharan , Ph.D. 2012. Assistant Professor, Department of Media and Communications, London School of Economics
• Mike Ananny , Ph.D. 2011, Associate Professor, Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, University of Southern California
• Daniel Kreiss , Ph.D. 2010, Associate Professor, School of Media and Journalism, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• John Kim , Ph.D. 2009, Associate Professor, Media and Cultural Studies, Macalaster College
• Erica Robles-Anderson , Ph.D. 2009, Associate Professor, Media, Culture, and Communication, New York University
• Isabel Awad , Ph.D. 2007, Associate Professor, Department of Media and Communication, Erasmus University (Netherlands)
• Cherian George , Ph.D. 2003, Professor, Associate Dean, School of Communication, Hong Kong Baptist University
• Francis Lapfung Lee , Ph.D. 2003, Professor, School of Journalism and Communication, City University of Hong Kong

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Dissertations from 2019 2019.

“Goth Barbies”: A Postmodern Multiperspective Analysis of Mattel’s Monster High Media , Danianese Woods

Dissertations from 2018 2018

Becoming Malala: A Discourse Analysis of Western and Middle Eastern Print and Broadcast Coverage of Malala Yousafzai from 2012-2017 , Tamar Meguerditchian Gregorian

The Postmodern Indian: Representation and the Films of Sherman Alexie , Tara P. McCrink Burcham

Media Framing of Moldova’s Democracy Between 1991 and 2014 , Ecaterina Stepaniuc

The Uses and Gratifications of Streaming Live Linear Sports Networks Online , Benjamin Whittle

Dissertations from 2017 2017

Barack Obama’s Rhetoric of Hope for Racial Reconciliation: An Examination of American Mainstream Media’s Framing of That Message , Zainul Abedin

Cultural Values, Narratives and Myth in Reality Television , Alison Rebecca Foster Miller

Forward Myth: Military Public Relations and the Domestic Base Newspaper 1941-1981 , Willie R. Tubbs

How Visual Communication Strategies, Brand Familiarity, And Personal Relevance Influence Instagram Users’ Responses To Brand Content , Lijie Zhou

Dissertations from 2016 2016

Why Do People Continue Using Facebook: An Empirical Study From the Perspectives of Technology Adoption and Social Contract , Chen-Wei Chang

Seeing is Believing, But is it the Truth? Reality vs. Representation of Men in Contemporary Magazine Advertisements, 1980-2010 , Dana Ann Lopez Coleman

Our Voice, Our Choice: Race, Politics and Community Building on the Pages of Five Historically Black College and University Newspapers From 1930 to 1959 , Sheryl Monique Kennedy Haydel

Dissertations from 2015 2015

Running Contradiction: A Negotiated Reading of Encoding Strategies in the Boondocks Animated Series, 2005-2011 , Wesley Tyler French

How Sports Celebrities Handle Crisis: The Analysis of Social, Traditional and Controlled Media , Nicole Renee Hendricks

Analysis of Bloggers’ Usage of the Web Space in Kyrgyzstan to Engage Civically and Politically , Bahtiyar Kurambayev

Public Relations in Government-Based Public Health: Testing Contingency Theory During H1N1 Response, 2009-2010 , Terri Lea Sasser

Looking Back at the Media's Future: A Mixed Method Analysis of Race and Gender Bias During the 2008 Democratic Presidential Primary Season , Tim Vance

Dissertations from 2014 2014

The (Not So) New Normal: A Queer Critique of LGBT Characters and Themes in Primetime Network Television Situational Comedies , Robert Dallas Byrd Jr.

Gatekeeping the Social Games in a Post-Broadcasting World: A Qualitative Content Analysis of NBC and User-Generated Olympic Twitter Coverage During the 2012 London Games , Daniel Anthony Sipocz

Dissertations from 2013 2013

Telling Their Own Story: How Student Newspapers Reported Campus Unrest, 1962-1970 , Kaylene Dial Armstrong

Public Relations Models and Dialogic Communication in the Twitterverse: An Analysis of How Colleges and Universities are Engaging Their Publics Through Twitter , Jason Antwuan Beverly

Trayvon Martin and Election 2012 Social Media Messaging: An Analysis of Framing, Rhetoric, and Media Types in Online Messages by Civil Rights Organizations , Riva Renee Brown

Age, Gender, Race, and Culture in the ER: A Content Analysis of End-of-Life Issues in the Television Drama , Katrina Wilson Burtt

Ecological Psychology and Media Consumption Among Young Adults: A New Framework , Alice Diana Cade Ferguson

The PR President: How Ike Transformed Political Communication , Pamela Ann Parry

Tweet, Tweet, and Repeat: How College Students and Social Media Bring You the News , Judith Penelope Roberts

Life, Love, and Hegemony on Daytime TV: A Critical Analysis of Three Popular Soap Operas , Elizabeth Ann Worden

Dissertations from 2012 2012

Real Women? Gender and Race in Prime Time Police Shows , Rondrek Juwayne Cowans

Religious Leaders in Crisis: An Analysis of Image Restoration Strategies and Content Variables , Melody Teracita Fisher

Ideological “Smackdown”: A Textual Analysis of Class, Race and Gender in WWE Televised Professional Wrestling , Casey Brandon Hart

The Impact of Celebrity Endorser Type and Source Credibility on the Advertising Attitudes and Purchase Intentions of Indian Rural Consumers , Sidharth Muralidharan

Planned Parenthood Takes On Live Action: An Analysis of Media Interplay and Image Restoration Strategies in Strategic Conflict Management , Leslie Lynn Rasmussen

"If It Ain't Broke, Break It": How Corporate Journalism Killed the "Arkansas Gazette" , Donna Lampkin Stephens

Dissertations from 2011 2011

Outsiders Within: A Framing Analysis of Eight Black and White U.S. Newspapers' Coverage of the Civil Rights Movement, 1954-1964 , Yolanda Denise Campbell

The Oddity as Commodity: Television and the Modern Day Freak Show , Robin Marie Cecala

The Impact of Rap Music on Audience Values Structure , Janet Mignon Kucia

Full Court Press: How Mississippi Newspapers Helped Keep State College Basketball Segregated, 1955-1973 , Jason Ashley Peterson

"Reading" The Apprentice: Commerce, Culture, and the Manufacturing of Reality , Sharon Simpson Terrell

Dissertations from 2010 2010

A History of the American Film Institute , Deborah Jae Alexander

Libel in Mississippi, 1798-1832 , Muriel Ann Everton

The Experiences of Mississippi Weekly Newspaper Editors as They Explore and Consider Producing Internet Editions , Cassandra Denise Johnson

Links of Connectedness: A Content Analysis and Industry Survey Comparing the Interactive Options of Community and Metro Newspaper Web Sites , Cleveland Allin Means

The Secret Identity of Race: Exploring Ethnic and Racial Portrayals in Superhero Comic Books , Lowery Anderson Woodall III

Dissertations from 2009 2009

Intimate Strangers and Estranged Intimates: An Investigation of the Impact of Instant Messaging and Short Message Service on the Size and Strength of Social Networks in Kuwait , Bashaiar Al-Sanaa

Source-Message-Receiver in Integrated Marketing Communication: A Study of U.S. Institutional Advancement , Sharee LeBlanc Broussard

Journalism Students, Web 2.0 and the Digital Divide , Mary Elizabeth Green

Dissertations from 2008 2008

Toward a Free Collegiate Press: An Analysis of Influences that Can Lead to Censorship at College Newspapers , Shaniece Bell Bickham

"George Bush Doesn't Care about Black People": Hip Hop, Public Discourse and Black Politics in the Early 21st Century , Hazel Bell James Cole

The Content and Role of Web Sites in Public Relations of Religious Congregations , Jerlen Young Nelson

Dissertations from 2006 2006

New Innovations in State Legislatures: An Examination of the Successes of Diffusion and the Potential of Personal Home Pages , Amber Jean Reetz Narro

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Choosing a PhD Dissertation Topic in Journalism and Mass Communication

Are you a student who studies journalism, media, & mass communication and looking to make a carrier in the media field? Is it mandatory for you to choose a dissertation or thesis work related to mass media, journalism, etc.? And are you confused on which Dissertation / Thesis to be chosen? Here in this section, we will take a look at journalism and Mass Communication, so according to your interest, you shall select your Dissertation in PhD with the help of CaseStudyHelp.Com.

What is Journalism and Mass Communication?

A project or task to get and spread information with the help of recent evolution in TV, filming, advertising, social media (public relations), theatre, radio, magazines, newspapers, etc., is considered Journalism. And so, Journalism Ethics is considered as an extensive field to study or work on, and that becomes the major reason to have access to a limited list while doing research or project while studying during UG and masters. The study that covers information spreading to huge spectators using several methods to communicate is Mass Communication. Journalism and mass communication has countless options and is huge. And so, it is advised for students to choose a simple subject rather than choosing a wide topic to avoid confusion.

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However, when considering a dissertation topic, narrow it down to a specific question. Such a process makes you focused, easier, and flexible while doing the research, thesis, or Dissertation. Also, it would help if you assured that the PhD Dissertation   Topics in Mass Communication are not to be very narrow so that it consumes more time for research on related aspects or scenarios.

Course Structure

Journalism mostly includes economics, journalism, research methodology, political science, journalism history and theory of communication. Journalism focuses on social facts, media role as an agency of mediating and theoretical frameworks. Mass communication involves writing work that has a huge social impact on features & pieces of opinions that writers or journalists provide. The Mass Communication Project Topics communication is like the largest umbrella with vital choices to write about.

Course Offering

During journalism graduation (while pursuing UG or masters), it involves digital, print or electronic, approaches, which can be selected as the specialization. Out of different aspects, writing about current affairs and news in several media is mostly used in Mass Communication Ethics. This course contains the studies of human communication and how it can be publicized the information to a group of people. There are vast options of PhD Research Paper Writing in Journalism   for the students who will pick mass communication and journalism in their academic.

Best Dissertation Ideas for Journalism and Mass Communication 

As technology improves, there are more developments and differences in today’s mass communication compared with the olden days. Those days there was no printing press, so it took more time and became very challenging to convey news or information or communicate to a huge set of people. Nowadays, it has become very easy to convey messages or news or information to people, and that has become possible through media and social media on the spot when it happens.

Here is the list of Mass Communication Dissertation Topics:

Dissertation Topics Related To the Current Scenario:

• Research on impacts of media and other entertainment industries due to COVID pandemic
• Research on mass media role during Covid-19
• Research on media that it is showing the actual information or just working to advertising.
• Research about journalists and their role during the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Research about the people working in media and their safety measurement

Likewise, we do have more journalism-related PhD dissertation topics around the world in various fields to do research or Dissertation; they are as follows:

• Journalism and Privacy Dissertation Topics
• Journalism and Freedom of Expression Dissertation Topics
• Media, the Artist and Censorship Dissertation Topics
• Media across Cultures Dissertation Topics
• Music, Culture, the Artist and Intellectual property
• Media in the Digital Age Dissertation Topics
• Media and Politics Dissertation Topics

Under these topics, there are so many titles to do the Dissertation for the journalism and mass communication students. Get more information on the above topic from CaseStudyHelp.Com!

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Choosing the Right Journalism and Mass Communication Research Topics with the Help of Casestudyhelp.Com

Selecting the journalism and mass communication topics will be the challenging part or task for the student to give their best research and need to be clear enough to convey correctly. Case Study Help provides you with the easiest way to organize your thought process. The research work needs to be not very broad as well as not too narrow; it should be moderate so that this can save your time and at the same time leaves a way to perfect completing of your project or thesis or Dissertation that leads to scoring high mark in your academic.

It would help if you were more confident and clearer enough about the selected topic so that the thesis or research comes out well with the best quality. Every student needs to keep in mind that the PhD dissertation on Journalism and mass communication doesn’t hold any theoretical knowledge limitations. The thesis needs to be more perfect with the exact information that happens in real-time.

Here are some interesting topics under the Journalism thesis from CaseStudyHelp.Com:

• What are the futures of Journalism?
• Whether the true journalism stage ended?
• Will you decide social media and blogging can be journalism’s future?
• Do you think do the media focus on publicity?
• Practicing various counties journalism culture.
• Exploring the league between British journalism and the royal family.
• Causes of journalism with the lifestyle changes of Henry Meghan
• Journalism and business – limitation of media
• Journalism purpose – notifying people on money-making.
• With shareholders interest, how is media losing its quality?
• Examine the woman journalist’s role and aspects as a media person and its drawbacks.
• Do woman journalists need to progress to particular places?

Investigative and Political Research Topics under Journalism and Mass Communication

The name investigation makes everyone’s attention and curious on it. While selecting such investigative research topics, you need to be more focused on what accurately happened and think twice before choosing the topics. Will it be that much easy to write a dissertation on investigative topics?

Firstly, you must thoroughly understand the exact purpose of investigative journalism and later figure out whether to process with investigative research or not.

Some of the Investigative Research Topics for PhD Dissertation Writing:

• Powerful politicians and media
• Image and media – how did media transform negative images of a particular country before the world?
• The media’s role is to keep an eye on politicians.
• Journalists case study – Causes of investigative journalism
• Investigative journalism’s drawback
• What are the steps taken by the media to maintain investigative journalists’ safety?
• Effects of media in the countries development.
• Impact of politics in the countries development.
• Corruption and politics – How to create a link connecting both?
• Research topics on Animation and Film Journalism

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What Film Journalism is?

Film journalism is all about characterizing news and articles about movies. Also, it involves the people in the film industry and writing reviews about movies.

Here Are Some Interesting Topics on Film Journalism:

• Study of Hollywood violence – what are the effects created on youth?
• What are the race role and Hollywood religion?
• How do Arabic men show Hollywood movies?
• Bollywood versus Hollywood – effects of culture and economy.
• Do televisions popular than movies?

Structuring the Journalism and Mass Communication Thesis Topics Examples Dissertation

Though the topic plays the main role for a student to achieve score more, a perfectly structured thesis sounds good and also the research that is arranged in a good manner will give more scope for the students. Below mentioned show the structure of the Dissertation that can be presented perfectly.

• Title of the page
• Acknowledgement
• Declaration
• Abstract – summary of the research
• Content Table
• Introduction
• Literature Review
• Methodology
• Finding and Analysis

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Career Prospects under Journalism and Mass Communication

By walking through the escalation of trending media, there are more chances and opportunities for the students who graduated in Journalism and Mass Communication. There are various fields in Journalism and mass communication like publishing, public relations, research institution and news media.

Those who pick PhD Dissertation Topics on journalism   as their discipline can shine in any following field.

• News agencies
• News channels
• News portals

Those who selected PhD Dissertation Topics on Mass Communication   during their academic can pursue their career in one of the following:

• Advertising agencies
• Public relations
• Corporate communication
• UN organization
• Media academics
• Communication solution Organization

Specialization Offered In Journalism and Mass Communication

There are a huge number of uncountable specializations and topics offered in Journalism and Mass Communication.

Time to know more about Journalism and Mass communication dissertation ideas:

• Broadcasting
• Public Relations
• Event Management
• Advertising

Since Journalism is a worldwide field that leaves a way to explore more with countless research topics and, it is open to selecting the opt research dissertation topics for PhD from the team of  CaseStudyHelp.Com  experts. The student needs to be stable enough to process with selected topics to achieve their goal.

Ph.D. in Mass Communications

Our doctoral program in mass communication, jointly administered with the Department of Life Sciences Communication, is internationally recognized for our faculty and areas of research. Applicants to the Joint Ph.D. in Mass Communications may apply to one or both departments, depending on your areas of research interest. Options are:

• Mass Communications: Journalism & Mass Comm (code G630L)
• Mass Communications: Life Sciences Comm (code G630A)

The Ph.D. degree in Mass Communications provides future academics and professionals with rigorous training in theory and research with highly individualized programs that students develop in consultation with their advisors. Our Ph.D. graduates become some of the most successful researchers and leaders in the field of mass communication.   We require our students to engage in a systematic search for answers to well-formulated and substantive questions. The research process culminates in the discovery and reporting of new knowledge to others.

A doctoral dissertation in Mass Communications demonstrates a student’s ability to examine in detail an important issue in the field, using original research. Faculty members expect the dissertation to be clearly presented while conveying the student’s close familiarity with his or her research area.

The program offers several internationally recognized areas of research and teaching excellence: 

• civic and political communication
• health and environmental communications
• history of media institutions
• information technologies
• social networking and digital media
• processes and effects of mediated communication
• law and ethics of media
• international and inter-cultural communication
• public opinion
• science and risk communication
• social marketing
• journalism studies
• media ecologies
• race and media

Working closely with their advisor and committee, students draw from courses offered in departments across campus to develop a plan of study in preparation for independent and original research in their area of specialization.

Visit the Ph.D. in Mass Communications website for more information.

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