Major in Mass Communication
The Mass Communication program is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the electronic media from both theoretical and practical perspectives. The curriculum prepares students for careers in Mass Communication and/or graduate studies in electronic media and communication.
| Major in Mass Communication (B.A. or B.S.) | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Core Requirements | 53-55 | |
| General Education Technical Requirements | ||
| MDS 1500, Mass Media & Society | ||
| Major Requirements | 30 | |
| Mass Communication Major Courses: | ||
| MDS 2300, The Business of Journalism | 3 | |
| MDS 2500, Mass Communication Theory | 3 | |
| MDS 3010, Television Programming OR MDS 3020, Radio Programming |
3 | |
| MDS 3300, Media Research Methods | 3 | |
| MDS 3400, Media Operations | 3 | |
| MDS 3500, Media Advertising and Sales | 3 | |
| MDS 4100, Communication Law | 3 | |
| MDS 4110, Media Ethics | 3 | |
| MDS 4200, Media Leadership |
3 |
|
| MDS 3950, Study Abroad OR MDS 4300, Global Media Systems OR MDS 4980, Mass Communication Internship |
3 |
|
| Minor requirements | 18 | |
| Electives | 22-24 | |
| Total | 128 | |