Broadcast Journalism Transfer Pathway
The MSUM Broadcast Journalism program has strong ties to local and regional media, including the local news directors at all of the network-affiliated television stations in Fargo-Moorhead. Professional broadcast journalists teach in the program at MSUM, so you'll learn firsthand from industry professionals what a career in the field will entail after graduation.
Third Year - Fall Semester
Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
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COMM 220 | Layout & Typography I | 3 |
COMM 230* | Photography | 3 |
COMM 308 | Broadcast Journalism | 3 |
COMM 285* | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
Semester Credits Total | 15 |
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Third Year - Spring Semester
Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
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COMM 309 | Reporting (WI) | 3 |
COMM 341 | TV News Writing | 3 |
COMM 343 | TV New Photography | 3 |
COMM 344 | TV News Video Editing | 3 |
Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
Semester Credits Total | 15 |
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Fourth Year - Fall Semester
Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
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COMM 400 | Media Ethics and Issues | 3 |
COMM 400 | Broadcast Documentary | 3 |
Electives* | Consult MSUM Advisor | 9 |
Semester Credits Total | 15 |
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Fourth Year -Spring Semester
Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
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COMM 344 | TV News Video Editing | 3 |
COMM 342 | TV News Reporting | 3 |
COMM 403 | Communications Law | 3 |
Electives | Consult MSUM Advisor | 6 |
Semester Credits Total | 15 |
Award: BS |
Degree: Broadcast Journalism |
Total Credits: 60 |
Electives may be used to earn a minor.
At least 40 credits for the degree must be at the 300 or 400 level.
Students who take courses part-time or who take summer coursework will affect their completion time.
MSUM may change the requirements and timing of semesters they offer courses. Consult with your MSUM advisor.