Bachelor's in Journalism and Media Studies
Introduction
Journalism and Media Studies is a Bachelor program taught at Trinity College (DC), USA. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 years) options.
Journalism and Media Studies (B.A.) prepares students for work as a digital journalist, media manager, or communications specialist. Students develop skills to think critically, write well, and communicate across different media. The program focuses on non-fiction storytelling using words, sounds, and visuals.
The curriculum includes Public Speaking and Speech Writing, Multimedia Storytelling, Media Ethics, Social Media Marketing and Communication, Podcasting, Photojournalism, News Coverage, and Global Careers. The program is offered on the Main Campus in Washington, DC, and the degree requires 54 credits. The program also connects students with internships and careers.
Modules
- Public Speaking and Speech Writing
- Multimedia Storytelling
- Media Ethics
- Social Media Marketing and Communication
- Podcasting
- Photojournalism
- News Coverage
- Global Careers
- Multimedia or Social Media Specialist
- Television/Radio/Film/Video Producer
- Web, Print or Broadcast Journalist or Reporter
- Public Relations Executive or Marketing/Advertising Executive
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Journalism and Media Studies at Trinity College (DC) for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Trinity College (DC).
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Trinity College (DC) as pre-requiste for admission in Journalism and Media Studies.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
First-Time Freshman: complete a secondary school program that includes 16 academic units: English, Mathematics (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), Science to include Lab work (biology, chemistry, and physics), History, Foreign Language, and Social Science.
- Transfer candidates: submit official college transcripts from each previously attended college or university.
- Standardized tests: Optional Standardized tests such as the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) and/or the American College Test (ACT) can be submitted. To have your scores sent to us use SAT code 5796 and ACT code 0696.
- Academic requirement: Minimum cumulative grade point average 2.0 (on 4.0 Scale).
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www2.trinitydc.edu/academic_program/journalism-and-media-studies-2/
More Information
- Digital journalist
- Media manager
- Communications specialist
- Multimedia or Social Media Specialist
- Television/Radio/Film/Video Producer
- Web, Print or Broadcast Journalist or Reporter
- Public Relations Executive or Marketing/Advertising Executive
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.