This track focuses on Journalism, preparing students with the knowledge and practical skills the field expects at the Bachelor's level.
Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.
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General Courses
10 Courses
B-057Introduction to the Humanities
A broad survey of the art, literature, and ideas that have shaped human culture.
- Landmark works in art and literature
- Philosophical movements across eras
- Interpreting cultural artifacts in context
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
Exploring how geography shapes societies, economies, and cultural identity.
- Population patterns and migration
- Urban and rural land use
- Regional cultural differences
B-158English Composition
Developing clear, well-organized writing for academic and professional contexts.
- Building a strong thesis and outline
- Paragraph structure and transitions
- Revising drafts for clarity and tone
B-200College Algebra
Building fluency with algebraic methods used across academic disciplines.
- Solving linear and quadratic equations
- Working with functions and graphs
- Applying algebra to real-world problems
B-336World Religions
A comparative look at the beliefs and practices of major world faiths.
- Core beliefs of major traditions
- Religious ritual and practice
- Religion's influence on society
AAS-370Ethics
Examining moral theories and how they apply to everyday decisions.
- Major ethical theories and frameworks
- Applying ethics to real-life dilemmas
- Evaluating competing moral claims
B-460Art Appreciation
Building a vocabulary for understanding and evaluating visual art.
- Elements and principles of design
- Major art movements through history
- Analyzing meaning in visual works
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
Strengthening the mathematical foundation needed for advanced coursework.
- Polynomial and rational functions
- Exponential and logarithmic relationships
- Trigonometric identities and graphs
B-825Human Biology
An introduction to how the human body functions at the systems level.
- Major organ systems
- Cell structure and function
- Basic human physiology
AAS-902World History
Tracing major civilizations, conflicts, and turning points across the globe.
- Rise and fall of empires
- Global conflicts and their causes
- Cultural exchange across regions
SS-080Introduction to Political Science
Introduces the foundational theories and concepts of political science.
- Major political theories
- Political systems overview
- Core political science terminology
SS-196Introduction to Mass Communication
Covers the foundational principles behind mass media and communication.
- Mass media fundamentals
- Communication theory basics
- Overview of media industries
SS-291World Literature
Surveys major literary works and traditions from around the world.
- Major world literary traditions
- Comparative literary analysis
- Cultural context in literature
SS-381Foundations of Sociology
Introduces the core theories and concepts of sociological study.
- Major sociological theories
- Social structures and institutions
- Core sociology terminology
SS-395English Rhetoric
Covers the principles of persuasive and effective written communication.
- Rhetorical strategies
- Argument construction basics
- Audience-focused writing
SS-664Essentials of General Psychology
Introduces foundational psychological theories and concepts.
- Major psychological perspectives
- Basic psychological terminology
- Overview of psychology subfields
SS-777Introduction to World History
Surveys major civilizations, conflicts, and turning points across history.
- Major historical civilizations
- Global historical turning points
- Cross-cultural historical exchange
SS-812Introduction to Economics
Covers the foundational principles of economic theory and analysis.
- Supply and demand basics
- Micro vs macroeconomics
- Core economic terminology
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
JOU-013Introduction to Broadcast Journalism
Introduces the principles of reporting news for broadcast media.
- Broadcast writing basics
- On-camera reporting fundamentals
- Broadcast news production basics
JOU-454Introduction to Journalism
A broad orientation to the journalism field and career paths.
- History of journalism
- Career pathways in journalism
- Overview of journalism specializations
JOU-465News Writing
Covers the fundamentals of writing clear, accurate news stories.
- News story structure
- Accuracy and fact-checking
- Writing for different news formats
JOU-498Fundamentals of Online Journalism
Introduces reporting and publishing practices for digital news platforms.
- Digital-first reporting basics
- Online publishing tools
- Engaging digital news audiences
JOU-549Introduction to Copyediting
Covers the fundamentals of editing written content for accuracy and clarity.
- Grammar and style editing
- Fact-checking practices
- Editing for clarity and concision
JOU-679Media, Culture and Technology
Explores how technology and culture shape modern media practices.
- Technology's impact on media
- Cultural influence on media content
- Emerging media technologies
$72,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires High School Diploma or GED.
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