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Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

  • ID:PPU10019
  • Level:4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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* University Fee, Activity Fee, Technology Fee, Health Services Fee

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100
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20
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

  • Completed and signed on-line application
  • Official transcripts of previous education with English translation

English requirements

  • TOEFL: Minimum 61 (iBT), 500 (paper-based)
  • IELTS: Minimum 6.0

Course Information

Broadcast. Photos. The Web. Newspapers. Magazines. We prepare you for it all.

You want to make an impact by telling people about the world around us. Today's journalist needs to work in all formats, and our journalism program will get you there. 

A good journalist knows how to research, write and report, but some stories demand more. A day in the life of a reporter can involve creating a Facebook live video, writing your story for the web, shooting and editing photos/video, as well as filing the final package of your story. 

As a Bachelor of Arts in journalism major, you're in for some intense classes in writing, editing, multimedia, video production, newsgathering and reporting, among other electives to further your program of study.

Beginning day one, you have access to our state-of-the art facilities and the opportunity to join any of the student-run media outlets/organizations. 

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  • Journalistic Writing & Editing
  • Broadcast News Writing
  • Video Production & Editing
  • Newsgathering & Reporting
  • Introduction to Multimedia
  • Graphic Design I
  • Intro to Photojournalism
  • Broadcast Reporting
  • Multiplatform Magazine Reporting 
  • Intro to Digital Photography
  • Media Ethics and Responsibility
  • Editing and Producing the News
  • Electives to further your program of study
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Pre Courses

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Pathway Courses

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Graduates will be well-equipped with the core skills essential to any career in journalism — television, radio, print, web, etc. — and prepared to handle any other beat upon graduation, such as:

  • Broadcast Reporter
  • Newspaper Reporter
  • Multimedia Journalist
  • Data Journalist
  • Entrepreneurial Journalist
  • Web Content Editor
  • Photojournalist
  • Website Host

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Health Insurance - USD $1564.32 per year

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