No. of Credits: 60-61
Contact: Denise Gilmer-Knudson, Chair, English, Communication and Languages
This associate of arts transfer program is designed for part- and full-time students with academic and/or professional interest in media studies including journalism, public relations, and news media writing. Students are prepared for transfer to a four-year Maryland state college or university.
The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer from other institutions to this program is 45.
Transfer Options:
A complete list of all transfer opportunities can be found on the Transfer Services page.
Career Opportunities:
media relations specialist, public relations specialist, new media journalist, radio or television broadcaster, graphic designer, media buyer, media critic, producer, editor, social networking specialist, advertising specialist, mass media writer
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will…
- Develop, organize and deliver an effective speech.
- Effectively write and edit for multi-platform media distribution.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of legal and ethical issues in the media.
- Demonstrate an understanding of fair reporting.
- Demonstrate understanding of the history and functions of print and electronic mass media.
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