Communication Arts Journalism - North Central University

Communication Arts Journalism from North Central University is a Campus Bachelor Journalism degree that prepares you for a Communications career. Description The Journalism major is designed to teach students skills in written and verbal communication that will provide a foundation on which to build a career in writing or journalism. An emphasis will be placed on using journalism in Christian and secular media, as well as using skills in writing to fulfill the Great Commission. To accomplish this, the student will develop a theoretical understanding of the mass media, technical skills in journalism and writing and an understanding of the mass media and a Christian worldview. A theoretical understanding of the mass media includes: Interpersonal communication skills; Mass communications theory; Journalistic news values; Audience, voice and rhetorical strategy; Public relations; Principles of advertising. Technical skills in journalism include: Interviewing; Reporting; News writing; Copyediting; Layout and design; Web design; Photography; Advanced public speaking. Integrating a Christian worldview and the mass media includes: Demonstrating interpersonal and writing skills that reveal the values of the journalist; Interpreting current events in the light of a clearly defined Christian perspective; Making choices regarding communication styles, timing, information and voice that demonstrate a Christian value system; Communicating the gospel effectively through journalism; Relating to people with diverse cultural backgrounds; Understanding the mass media as an educational and social force in today?s world; Making correct moral and ethical decisions within any context; Utilizing the mass media to fulfill the Great Commission. All students are required to complete the General Education core, the Biblical Studies core and the Journalism major. On top of these, the student may add a supporting program, a minor or general electives. A total of 132 credits are needed for program completion. View more details on North Central University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Journalism courses.