Multimedia Journalism Transfer Pathway
The Multimedia Journalism program will help you develop a foundation of journalistic principles and ethics and learn to collaborate with teams to publish award-winning newspapers, blogs and online magazines. With the Multimedia Journalism Transfer Pathway, you'll be on your way to a four-year degree in approximately four semesters.
Third Year - Fall Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 220 | Layout & Typography I | 3 |
| COMM 230* | Photography | 3 |
| COMM 251 | Video Production for Ad, News and PR | 3 |
| Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 6 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
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Third Year - Spring Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 285 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| COMM 342 OR | TV News Reporting | 3 |
| COMM 343 | TV News Photography | 3 |
| COMM 344 | TV News Video Editing | 3 |
| COMM 309 | Reporting (WI) | 3 |
| Elective* | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
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Fourth Year - Fall Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 330 | Photojournalism | 3 |
| COMM 352 | Social Media Campaigns | 3 |
| COMM 400 | Media Ethics and Issues | 3 |
| COMM 420 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
Fourth Year -Spring Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 403 | Communications Law | 3 |
| COMM 406 | Feature Writing | 3 |
| Electives | Consult MSUM Advisor | 9 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
Award: BS |
Degree: Multimedia Journalism |
Total Credits: 60 |
Electives may be used to earn a minor.
At least 40 credits for the degree must be at the 300 or 400 level.
Students who take courses part-time or who take summer coursework will affect their completion time.
MSUM may change the requirements and timing of the semesters they offer courses. Consult with your MSUM advisor.