Mar 29, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Broadcasting, Electronic Media B.A./B.S.


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


May be either depending on option selected; see the “Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees ” section of this catalog.

Broadcasting, Electronic Media Major


(Major Code: 235)

University Core Curriculum Requirements


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

Required Courses


B.A. or B.S. Requirements (6-12 hours)


Electives


Take additional electives as needed to total 120 hours overall (of which 39 must be advanced).

Note:


Broadcasting/Electronic Media majors may not count more than 43 hours of MCOM courses toward the degree. Electives should be in other subjects.

Graduation Requirements


 All majors in a Mass Communication’s major 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.

 

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:

  • Broadcasting, Electronic Media B.A. or B.S.