Journalism, BS

JOURNALISM (JOUR), prepares the next generation of journalists to explore and report on the diversity of ideas, people and events in a democratic society. Students learn the reporting, writing, editing, producing, and multimedia skills and concepts required to produce accurate, fair, and thorough journalism and to navigate the ever-changing news media landscape. Journalism graduates combine strong professional training with a broad liberal arts education to pursue careers in online newsrooms, television and radio stations, newspapers and magazines and emerging media.

Programs in Journalism

Undergraduate Programs:

• majors: Journalism, BS
• minors: Journalism | Media | Public Relations

Graduate Programs:

• degrees: Journalism, MS

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Minimum hours for graduation is 124, to include a minimum of 40 hours of upper-division coursework generally at the 300- and 400-level. These hours can be drawn from all elements of the degree.

Students must complete the Campus General Education requirements including the campus general education language requirement.

All required courses must be taken for a letter grade.

Any Journalism course. Courses from the list above not used to complete requirements may be taken as electives.

A campus-approved minor, or one 18-hour specialization, or two 9-hour specializations (with at least 6 hours at the 300-level or above), approved by advisor.

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Sample Sequence
This sample sequence is intended to be used only as a guide for degree completion. All students should work individually with their academic advisors to decide the actual course selection and sequence that works best for them based on their academic preparation and goals. Enrichment programming such as study abroad, minors, internships, and so on may impact the structure of this four-year plan. Course availability is not guaranteed during the semester indicated in the sample sequence.

Electives are additional courses to help students achieve 124 hours required for the degree. Journalism Electives are any additional Journalism courses not already counting toward the major requirements. These electives can often be any level, but students should check with their advisor for specific guidance.

Students must fulfill their Language Other Than English requirement by successfully completing a third level of a language other than English. This may require up to three semesters of language depending on high school coursework or placement. See the corresponding section on the Degree and General Education Requirements page.

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Student Learning Outcomes are adapted from requirements of the accrediting body for the Department of Journalism (ACEJMC)

1. Understand and apply principles and laws related to media and freedom of information
2. Write correctly and clearly in appropriate forms and styles
3. Apply basic numerical and statistical concepts
4. Apply current tools and technologies appropriate for the communications profession and to understand the digital world.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the history of journalism development and the role of professionals and institutions in shaping communications
6. Demonstrate an understanding of journalism ethical principles
7. Demonstrate understanding of diversity, both domestic and global
8. Understand concepts and apply theories in the use and presentation of images
9. Conduct research and evaluate information by methods appropriate to the profession
10. Demonstrate an ability to think critically and evaluate their own work and that of others
11. Document professional practice through internships, student media and other publication of student work.

for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Journalism