Communication, B.A., Journalism Concentration

B.A., Communication

Students earning a B.A. degree in communication are required to complete 121 credits, including the University Core Curriculum and the Communication program core.

Required Concentration Courses

24 credits

The Experiential Education requirement is met through the completion of COMM 4597 - Practicum.

• COMM 1102 - Writing for the Media
• COMM 3308 - Broadcast & Convergent Journalism

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• COMM 4597 - Practicum

• Or

• COMM 4598 - Internship

• Or

• COMM 4599 - Independent Study

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• JRNL 2201 - News Writing and Reporting
• JRNL 2202 - Adv News Writing & Reporting
• JRNL 3311 - Copy Desk
• JRNL 3367 - Interpretive and Editorial Writing
• JRNL 4450 - Special Topics

Required Communication Electives

3 credits

Select one of the following courses:

• COMM 1114 - Production Fundamentals
• 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

Additional Required Courses

45 credits

Plus fifteen electives chosen with the advisor