Program Overview
Mercy University's Media Studies: Journalism concentration equips students with the skills and knowledge for a journalism career. The program's comprehensive curriculum covers various journalistic styles, reporting techniques, and critical thinking. Students gain experience in writing for print, online, and social media platforms, preparing them for careers in journalism, public relations, and related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Media Studies: Journalism concentration at Mercy University is a Bachelor of Science degree program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in journalism. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the fundamentals of journalism, including news reporting, feature writing, magazine writing, and newsletter writing. Students also gain experience in writing for a variety of media platforms, including print, online, and social media. The program's faculty are experienced professionals with a wealth of experience in the field of journalism, and they are dedicated to providing students with the guidance and support they need to succeed.
Objectives:
- To develop students' writing skills in a variety of journalistic styles
- To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to report on a variety of topics in a fair and accurate manner
- To help students develop the critical thinking skills necessary to analyze and evaluate information
- To prepare students for a career in journalism or a related field
Structure
Curriculum:
The Media Studies: Journalism concentration requires students to complete 120 credits, including 60 credits in general education requirements, 48 credits in major concentration requirements, and 12 credits in open electives.
Course Schedule:
Year 1
- Fall Semester: Introduction to Journalism, News Writing, Media Law and Ethics, General Education Electives
- Spring Semester: Feature Writing, Magazine Writing, Newsletter Writing, General Education Electives
Year 2
- Fall Semester: Advanced News Reporting, Investigative Journalism, Editing, General Education Electives
- Spring Semester: Public Relations Writing, Social Media Writing, Broadcast Journalism, General Education Electives
Year 3
- Fall Semester: Internship I, Writing for the Web, Photojournalism, General Education Electives
- Spring Semester: Editorial Writing, Column Writing, Media Criticism, General Education Electives
Year 4
- Fall Semester: Internship II, Capstone Project, Media Management, General Education Electives
- Spring Semester: Open Electives
Assessment:
Students in the Media Studies: Journalism concentration are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Papers
- Presentations
- Projects
- Portfolios The grading criteria for each assignment are provided by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Teaching:
The Media Studies: Journalism concentration is taught by a faculty of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing students with the guidance and support they need to succeed. The faculty are actively involved in research and scholarship, and they bring their expertise into the classroom.
Careers:
Graduates of the Media Studies: Journalism concentration are prepared for a career in a variety of fields, including:
- Journalism
- Public relations
- Marketing
- Communications
- Writing
- Editing The program's alumni work at a variety of organizations, including:
- The New York Times
- The Wall Street Journal
- The Washington Post
- CNN
- NBC
- CBS
- Time magazine
- Newsweek magazine
- People magazine
- US News & World Report
- The Associated Press
- Reuters
