The document outlines the common requirements for all journalism tracks at a university, which includes an introductory mass communication course, an information course, and a minimum of 10 additional journalism courses totaling at least 30 credits. It also describes the types of journalism courses as either professional skills-based or context-based, and notes an additional 12 credits of supporting coursework is required outside of journalism. A minimum of 36 credits and maximum of 48 credits in journalism is needed, with at least 72 credits required outside of journalism for the 120 total credits needed to graduate.

1. Common Requirements For All Tracks
Preparatory Course – JOUR 1001 (or JOUR 1001H)
Introduction to Mass Communication (3 cr)
Core Course – JOUR 3004W (or JOUR 3004V)
Information for Mass Communication (3 cr)
10 additional Jour courses (30 cr) (minimum)

2. Types of Courses
• Professional Skills
– Professional projects
– Hands-on training
– Focus on developing practical skills
• Context
– Academic in nature
– Lecture based
– Focus on theory and ideas

3. Additional Requirement
Supporting Coursework Requirement (12 cr, 3xxx level
or higher, outside of JOUR)
This requirement can be fulfilled by:
– Completing a major in another department
– Completing a minor in another department
– Thematic option (requires faculty approval)

4. Minimum of 36,
maximum of 48 credits in
Journalism
At least 72 credits OUTSIDE of Journalism
120 Credits Required for Graduation