Broadcast Journalism B.A./B.S.

(Major Code: 234)

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

Requirements

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

University Core Curriculum Requirements

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

Mass Communication Core Requirements (28 hours)

Required Courses:

Six hours:

9 hours from:

MCOM 2171 - KWTS Practicum 1 or
MCOM 2172 - Eternal Flame Practicum 1 or
MCOM 2173 - Prairie Practicum 1 or
MCOM 2174 - Sports Broadcasting Practicum 1
(Any combination of practicum hours can be taken up to a total of 3 hours.)
MCOM 1318 - Digital Photography 3
MCOM 3301 - Feature Writing 3
MCOM 3330 - Audio Journalism 3
MCOM 3331 - Media History 3
MCOM 3335 - News One On Air 3
COMM 4300 - Communication Study Abroad 3 or
MCOM 4300 - Communication Study Abroad 3
MCOM 4309 - International Journalism 3
MCOM 4390 - Senior Project 3

Note:

Students are advised to complete the University Core Curriculum requirements during their first two years of classes.

Graduation Requirements

All students in a Mass Communication major program 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
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.

Journalism Secondary 7-12 Certification

The following Degree Checklist and Curriculum Guide are available for download in PDF form from Advising Services Degree Checklists:

Journalism Secondary 7-12 Certification

Advising Services Degree Checklists and Curriculum Guides

The following Degree Checklist and Curriculum Guide (suggested course sequence) are available for download in PDF form from Advising Services Degree Checklists:

Broadcast Journalism B.A. or B.S.