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2015-2016 Graduate Studies Bulletin 
    
2015-2016 Graduate Studies Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

Journalism, Master of Arts (for dual-degree program)


The MA in Journalism consists of the successful completion of 36 hours of course work – either in the generalized program or in an area of specialization (business, science or sports).

Requires Courses (All Programs) - Total Semester Hours: 21 to 24


 Students must take either JRNL 271 or 281 but are not required to take both.

Generalized Degree


Elective Courses - Semester Hours: 12 to 15


Chosen from the following:

Specialized Programs (Business, Science or Sports)


Business Specialization - Semester Hours: 12 to 15


Required courses:


Science Specialization - Semester Hours: 12 to 15


Sports Specialization - Semester Hours: 12 to 15


Electives, including:


Graduation Requirements


  1. Completion of a capstone professional project.
  2. Successful oral defense of the capstone professional project.
  3. Completion of an internship or independent study in area of specialization.
  4. Completion of all program requirements with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in overall graduate course work.