A Major in Journalism

All majors complete a core curriculum of 18 credits that includes courses in mass media, writing and reporting, copy editing, media ethics and computer-assisted journalism. In addition, students select from four concentrations: News Reporting and Writing, Magazine Writing and Editing, Broadcast Journalism (Television or Radio) and Reporting on Science, Health and the Environment.

The concentrations provide a rich array of specialized courses that prepare students for careers in print, online and broadcast news media, as well as newsletters, magazines and electronic publishing. A minor in Publication Production is available for students who want to focus on the design and production of print and online media.

Details of the requirements for the minor and for each concentration can be found in the Journalism Department brochure, which can be obtained from the department or the Admissions Office.

CONCENTRATIONS

		BROADCAST JOURNALISM Broadcast Journalism is an interdisciplinary program, taught in cooperation with the Television and Radio departments.
		NEWS REPORTING & WRITING News Reporting and Writing focuses on reporting and writing about public affairs for print and online news media.
		MAGAZINE WRITING & EDITING The Magazine Program is designed to prepare students for a variety of editorial positions on consumer or trade magazines.
		REPORTING ON SCIENCE, HEALTH & THE ENVIRONMENT Reporting on Science, Health and the Environment, taught in conjunction with the Science and Mathematics Department, addresses a growing need for journalists who can bridge the gap between the medical/scientific community and the general public.