Journalism (Broadcast Journalism Emphasis) Minor

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Requirements for a Minor in Journalism

Students pursuing a minor in journalism must complete a minimum of 18 - 20 hours of MCJ courses in one of the following emphasis areas: broadcast journalism, news-editorial, photojournalism or public relations.

Requirements for a Minor

The following 13 hours are required:

MCJ 102 - Introduction to Media Writing 3 hrs.
MCJ 200 - Introduction to Digital Media Production 2 hrs.
MCJ 304 - Broadcast Reporting I 3 hrs. AND
MCJ 304L - Broadcast Reporting I Lab 1 hr.
MCJ 404 - Broadcast Reporting II 3 hrs. AND
MCJ 404L - Broadcast Reporting II Lab 1 hr.

The remaining six hours are to be selected from the following:

MCJ 355 - Gender, Race and Media 3 hrs.
MCJ 406 - Broadcast Journalism Workshop 3 hrs.
MCJ 454 - Media Law and Ethics 3 hrs.
MCJ 461 - Mass Media History 3 hrs.
MCJ 462 - Media Criticism 3 hrs.
MCJ 463 - Media Management and Economics 3 hrs.