Communication, B.A., Journalism Concentration

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Students earning a B.A. degree in communication with a concentration in journalism will build specialized knowledge and skills related to journalism across a variety of platforms and formats in addition to a solid grounding in communication fundamentals. Through coursework emphasizing writing and production, as well as real world fieldwork opportunities, students will learn to become competent and well-rounded journalism professionals.

Students earning a B.S. degree in communication with a concentration in journalism are required to complete a total of 121 credits as follows.

Core Curriculum

The completion of 40 credits of university core courses with these restrictions:

CC 8.2: Global and Intercultural Awareness
CC 9.2: Perspectives on Creative Arts

Required Major Courses (39 credits)

Plus two journalism electives (6 credits)

Select from the following:

COMM 3301 - Communication Theory and Research
COMM 3306 - Public Relations Principles and Practices
COMM 3309 - Public Relations Writing
COMM 3310 - Pictorial Journalism
COMM 3399 - Communication and Media Campaigns
JRNL 4450 - Special Topics
Up to 6 credits of COMM 4597 Practicum, COMM 4598 Internship or COMM 4599 Independent Study

Additional Required Courses (36 credits)

Plus twelve free electives: