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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Mass Communication Studies B.A./B.S.


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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/ Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree


Requirements


(Refer to the “Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees ” section of this catalog.)

Major in Mass Communication


(Major Codes: 231, 233, 234)

University Core Curriculum Requirements


 Refer to the “University Core Curriculum ” section of this catalog.

Graduation Requirements


All MCOM majors will compile an e-portfolio that demonstrates the student’s competencies in at least six of the following eight categories: leadership, mass media production, media convergence, written communication, cultural influences, theoretical perspectives, professional and civic responsibilities, and media management.

 

The e-portfolio must be submitted for review early in the semester the student plans to graduate. The student must receive a score of 3 or higher on each section of the portfolio to be certified for graduation.

Required Courses for Advertising/Public Relations Emphasis


(Major Code: 231) (18 hours)

Required Courses for Broadcasting—Electronic Media Emphasis


(Major Code: 233) (18 hours)

Required Courses for Broadcast Journalism Emphasis


 (Major Code: 234) (18 hours)

Journalism Secondary 8-12 Certification


The following Degree Checklist is available by linking to Advising Services Degree Checklists:

  • Journalism Secondary 8-12 Certification

Advising Services Degree Checklist


 The following Degree Checklists are available by linking to Advising Services Degree Checklists:

  • Mass Communication B.A. or B.S. - Advertising-Public Relations
  • Mass Communication B.A. or B.S. - Broadcasting Electronic Media Emphasis
  • Mass Communication B.A. or B.S. - Broadcast Journalism

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