Journalism, B.A.

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The journalism major is designed to prepare students for careers as reporters, editors and writers with urban newspapers, community newspapers, news services, magazines, public information, public relations, advertising, and many other fields.

Required Courses

Departmental Core Courses
Credits: 30
COJO 3530 - Multimedia Production Credits: 3
COJO 4500 - Mass Communication Law Credits: 3
COJO 3480 - Internship Credits: 1‑12
Departmental electives Credits: 15 (Includes 9 elective hours at the 3000-level or higher in journalism, plus 3 elective hours at the 3000-level or higher)

Additional Program Requirements

Human Culture Credits: 6 (H)