B.A. Major in Digital Media and Journalism
The B.A. Major in Digital Media and Journalism requires 17 courses:
| Code | Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Nine required core courses: | ||
| MDIA 120 | Intro to Media and Journalism | 3.0 |
| MDIA 140 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| MDIA 150 | Digital Media Literacy | 3.0 |
| MDIA 210 | Media Reporting and Writing | 3.0 |
| MDIA 301 | Mass Media in Society | 3.0 |
| MDIA 302 | Media Law and Ethics | 4.0 |
| MDIA 339 | Multi-Platform Storytelling | 3.0 |
| MDIA 400 | Internship 1 | 1.0-6.0 |
| MDIA 411 | Adv Topics in Communication | 1.0-6.0 |
| One course in Critical Theory: | 3.0 | |
| Art and Critical Theory 2 | ||
| Theory as Creative Practice | ||
| Gender, Race, & Class in Media | ||
| Aesthetics | ||
| Three advisor approved courses in your area of emphasis, at least one must be at the 300 level | 9.0-10.0 | |
| Two electives (may be within or outside of the area of emphasis) | 6.0 | |
| Two semesters of practical experience | 0.0-2.0 | |
| Total Semester Hours | 42.0-55.0 | |
Areas of emphasis may include Digital Media Production, Journalism, Theory, Public Relations, or an advisor approved area of emphasis.
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The department prefers a credit internship but will consider a non-credit internship based on student need.
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Note that a prerequisite of ARTS 185 is required for this course.
