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Minor in Science Journalism

Program Requirements

Minor in Science Journalism (24 credits)

12

credits:

• JOUR 206 Introduction to Reporting (3.00)
• JOUR 207 Introduction to Multimedia (3.00)
• JOUR 340 Communicating Science with Society (3.00)
• JOUR 402 Specialist Reporting (3.00)

12

credits chosen from:

• JOUR 205 Principles of Journalistic Thought and Practice (3.00)
• JOUR 208 Intermediate Reporting (3.00)
• JOUR 209 Intermediate Multimedia (3.00)
• JOUR 215 Contemporary News Media (3.00)
• JOUR 216 Law and Ethics in Journalism (3.00)
• JOUR 298 Special Topics in Journalism (3.00)
• JOUR 302 Reporting and Research Methods for Journalism (3.00)
• JOUR 325 Social Media and Mobile Reporting (3.00)
• JOUR 451 Independent Study (3.00)
• COMS 360 Mass Media (3.00)
• COMS 361 Propaganda (3.00)
• ENGL 391 Studies in Health Humanities and Literature (3.00)
• LOYC 340 Culture and Communication (3.00)

Note: With permission of the program director, up to six of the 12 elective credits can be taken in alternative courses, if these courses meet the goals of the program.

Notes

  • This minor is intended for students enrolled in a BSc program. Students registered in a science-related program or another discipline are eligible with permission of the Department.
  • Students are responsible for satisfying their particular degree requirements.