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Nov 23, 2024
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2019-20 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
New Communication Media [NCM]
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The Communication and Media Studies Department offers the major in New Communication Media which is a focused program designed to provide students with the knowledge of prevailing communication theory, an understanding of the social implications of digital media and the skills to create digital content. Graduates will have materials development and critical thinking skills needed in expanding sectors of contemporary broadcast, audio, video, multimedia, gaming and related industries.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Examine various forms of communication as vehicles of human expression.
- Examine various forms of communication theory.
- Demonstrate the significance of communicative expression within cultural contexts.
- Generate and format information in written form for distribution via various media.
- Exhibit proficiency in oral discourse.
- Analyze the relationship between the media and society.
- Analyze ethical issues relating to communication and the media.
- Demonstrate use of information sources, analysis, and use of evidence
Career Potential
- Video and film production
- Audio production
- Broadcast media
- Media post-production
- Interactive media authoring
- Special effects production
- 3D animation and design
- Internet site development
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The major’s 36 credit hours must be taken from the following:
A. Required Courses: 24 credit hours
B. Elective Courses in Media Production: Six credit hours
C. Elective Course in a Related Content Area: Six credit hours
Total Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 120
Example of the B.A. in New Communication Media over four years
The sample program listed is a model and does not reflect the expectations for all of the programs. Students should consult an advisor to obtain up-to-date program requirements and to formulate a degree plan.
Link to General Education (GE); Link to Foreign Language
Total credit hours for semester: 16
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Total credit hours for semester: 16
Total credit hours for semester: 16
Fourth Year Spring
Internship/Study Abroad (12 cr. hr.)
Total credit hours for semester: 12
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