Journalism is the first rough draft of history.
A degree in journalism offers graduates a variety of career paths in such fields as
print and TV/Radio broadcast news, social media editors, news management, copy editing,
internet news, digital communications, public relations It also serves as an excellent
foundation for in fields such as politics, education, management, and information
production and dissemination. The program is designed to meet lower division requirements
for transfer.
Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer Degree (AA-T): This AA-T degree provides students with the lower division core courses required for bachelor-level study in the discipline. The program is designed for students looking to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree in journalism.
Media Communication - Cross-Media Journalism Emphasis (AA): This local degree prepares students for a career as a journalist with hands-on training in producing news for publication across multiple platforms. Graduates receive an associate of arts degree. (Sample Degree Map Coming Soon)
Duration
The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer Degree (AA-T) is designed to be completed
in four semesters. It will provide students with the lower division core courses required
for bachelor-level study in the discipline.
For more information, please visit our department webpage: Media Communications Department
Each academic plan below represents one possible pathway for the program and is for
reference only. We highly encourage you to meet with a counselor to create an education
plan specific to your goals!
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*An asterisk indicates that there might be some flexibility around this course selection. Please see a counselor for more information.
Note: This is not an educational plan. Pathways for transfer to CSUs (California State Universities) can vary by institution. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop an individualized plan for your academic goal.
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