Journalism: Broadcast Journalism Emphasis

University of Arizona

United States of America, Tucson

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University of Arizona

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

Main - Tucson

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines13-May-2024

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523 / year

Next Intake 13-May-2024

Journalism: Broadcast Journalism Emphasis

About

As a journalist, you'll be at the forefront of a rapidly changing world that relies on a news cycle that runs 24/7. Journalism teaches the ins and outs of researching and reporting the news. The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism focuses on reporting the news for radio, television and multimedia outlets. The program of study touches on important aspects of journalism such as law and ethics before diving into hands-on learning. Broadcast majors write, report, fact-check, shoot, produce and edit hard-news features and in-depth stories for broadcast and the web, culminating in quality news reports that can be included on reels to share with prospective employers. Electives in digital media, such as drone videography or mobile app development, can further prepare students for this ever-evolving field. A second major or a minor in a specialized field, such as political science, religion or Middle Eastern studies, is required.

Critical Thinking; The student will recognize and describe the ways in which political, economic, cultural, and social factors influence, and are influenced by, the information that the news media present. The student will demonstrate creativity and independence in reporting and writing.

Diversity; The student will demonstrate an ability to work as a journalist serving diverse, communities in a global society, including the complexities of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other forms of diversity. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the digital divide at home and globally.

Ethics; The student will apply ethical principles in work, whether professional or academic, and work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity. The student will describe the philosophical foundations of ethical decision-making.

Independence; The student will apply the principles of freedom of speech and the press, and explain how these principles include the rights to monitor and criticize those in power, as well as to dissent.

Law; The student will recognize the legal frameworks in which the rights and responsibilities of the press have evolved in the United States and countries around the world and will be able to cite national constitutions, case law, statutes, policies, and international laws, as well as the social, political, and cultural contexts of those frameworks.

Numeracy; The student will be able to perform basic mathematical computations, evaluate statistical data, including public opinion polls, and detect innumeracy in the work of others.

Research; The student will effectively gather and critically evaluate information through interviews, observation, public records, and other methods central to journalism.

Role of the press; The student will be able to describe the role of the press in a democracy, as well as the historical and contemporary relationships among the press, the public and the government. The student also will be able to articulate the relevance of journalism to individuals, institutions and society.

Technology; The student will demonstrate knowledge of software for video, photographic, and online storytelling, as well as other technologies used by the profession. The student will be able to describe the relationship among journalism, information technology, and society, and the ways in which technological developments affect the content and dissemination of news.

Theory; The student will be able to describe fundamental communications theories as they relate to the use and presentation of information and images.

Writing; The student will show that he or she writes correctly and clearly with attention to style, spelling and grammar, as well as clarity, accuracy and fairness.

Disciplines

College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The specific admission requirements relating to Jordan are as follows:

Required Documentation: High School Transcripts

Minimum Overall Grade Required: 80 or B equivalent

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school): 4 year bachelor

Undergraduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Graduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Career

Broadcast journalism

Producing

Newscast directing

Special event reporting

Communications

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523 / year

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

The online application takes 30-45 minutes to complete.
Within two days of submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to check your application status online using the Future Wildcat portal.
At least once a week be sure to check the email account you used to apply for updates about your admission status, which may require you to take some action.
Once your application is complete, you’ll typically be notified of your admission decision within 2 weeks.
Admission decisions are announced by email; your admission packet will come in the mail later.
Be sure to check your email regularly after you’ve been admitted, so you can take the next steps for enrollment.