Mass Communication, Journalism Concentration, B.A.

Curriculum Requirements

Our Journalism concentration offers a solid foundation in the skills vital for careers in all communication media.  The curriculum enhances reading, writing, reporting, storytelling, and critical thinking skills.  Students also learn the theory and practice of information and newsgathering.  They learn to research and report effective stories designed for print, broadcast and multimedia/online distribution.

1. 120 Semester Hours:

Complete a minimum of 120 semester hours with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better in the major and cumulative. The last 30 hours must be completed at NCCU. Students must earn grades of C or better in ENG 1110 , ENG 1210 , and all major courses.

2. General Education Requirement:

Complete General Education Curriculum  required by the university as detailed on the four-year course of study. Students must have a “C” or better in ENG 1110  and ENG 1210 .

3. Program Requirements:

4. Concentration Requirements

• MSCM 3520 - Copy Editing (3)
• MSCM 3510 - Advanced Reporting (3) or MSCM 4645 Public Issues Reporting  
• MSCM 3525 - Desktop Publishing (3)
• MSCM 3470 - Journalism as Literature (3) or MSCM 3540 Feature Writing for Newspapers and Magazines  

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• Two MSCM Electives:

  Any non-required Mass Communication course at the 2000 level or above, as well as ENG 2105 , ENG 2720 , ENG 3700 , ENG 3800 , and ENG 3900 .  

5. Additional Requirements

Program Notes:

Four- Year Curriculum Plan