Journalism and Emerging Media - AA

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Program Code: AA.40000

This degree prepares you to report, write and display information using traditional journalistic principles combined with the most effective current technology.

General Education Requirements:

COM 112W - Fundamentals of Oral Communication Credits: 3
ECN 221W - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 4
ENG – Any Approved College Composition I Course Credits: 3
ENG – Any Approved College Composition II Course Credits: 3
LW – Any 1 Credit LW Course Credits: 1
LWA – Any 1 Credit LWA Course Credits: 1
OR
LW – Any 2 Credit LW Course Credits: (2)
MTH – Any Approved Intermediate Algebra Course Credits: 3/4
POL – Any Approved American Government Requirement Credits: 3/4
Subtotal: 21/23

Core Courses:

ART 241 - Graphics Studio 1 Credits: 3
ART 242 - Graphics Studio 2 Credits: 3
CST 110 - Web Content Development Credits: 1
CST 210 - Website Development Credits: 3
EMB 151 - Media Production I Credits: 3
EMB 155 - Media Production II Credits: 4
ENG 115 - Mass Media Credits: 3
ENG 116 - News Writing Credits: 3
ENG 216W - New Media Writing Credits: 3
ENG 217 - Advanced Reporting Credits: 3
PHL 205W - Media Ethics & Law Credits: 3
Subtotal: 31

Approved Electives:

ART 107 - Elements of Photography Credits: 3
EMB 141W - Fundamentals of Audio Production Credits: 2
EMB 154 - Peripheral Multimedia Applications Credits: 2
EMB 161 - Podcasting, Online, and Mobile Media Credits: 2
EMB 255W - Media Production III Credits: 4
ENG 214 - Introduction to Professional Writing Credits: 3
ENG 205 - English Internship I Credits: 1
ENG 210 - English Internship II Credits: 2
ENG 230 - English Internship III Credits: 3
IHU 267 - Producing A Student Publication Credits: 3
MGT 143 - Principles of Advertising Credits: 3
MGT 243 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3
Any approved Natural Science Course with Lab (MTA Transfer) Credits: 4/5
Subtotal: 8/10

Total Credits: 62

Notations

A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) or higher is required in all core courses.
Any Approved Intermediate Algebra Course, or higher Math course-with the exception of MTH 153 . If planning to transfer, consult with a counselor to ensure that you take math courses appropriate for your program at that institution.
POL 105W is recommended if you intend to apply for MTA
Curriculum for the Associate in Arts degree is recommended for this program. Please check for transferability with your intended institution or see Advising and Counseling.