Multimedia Journalism Transfer Pathway
The Multimedia Journalism program will help you develop a foundation of journalistic principles and ethics and learn to collaborate with teams to publish award-winning newspapers, blogs and online magazines. With the Multimedia Journalism Transfer Pathway, you'll be on your way to a four-year degree in approximately four semesters.
Third Year - Fall Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 220 | Layout & Typography I | 3 |
| COMM 230* | Photography | 3 |
| COMM 251 | Video Production for Ad, News and PR | 3 |
| Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 6 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
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Third Year - Spring Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 285 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| COMM 342 OR | TV News Reporting | 3 |
| COMM 343 | TV News Photography | 3 |
| COMM 344 | TV News Video Editing | 3 |
| COMM 309 | Reporting (WI) | 3 |
| Elective* | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
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Fourth Year - Fall Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 330 | Photojournalism | 3 |
| COMM 352 | Social Media Campaigns | 3 |
| COMM 400 | Media Ethics and Issues | 3 |
| COMM 420 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| Elective | Consult MSUM Advisor | 3 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
Fourth Year -Spring Semester
| Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 403 | Communications Law | 3 |
| COMM 406 | Feature Writing | 3 |
| Electives | Consult MSUM Advisor | 9 |
| Semester Credits Total | 15 | |
Award: BS |
Degree: Multimedia 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.
Minnesota State Moorhead may change the requirements and timing of the semesters they offer courses. Consult with your Moorhead advisor.