Communication Studies
Media and Screen Studies and Journalism, BA
A BA in Journalism and Media and Screen Studies is designed for the student who is interested in pursuing a career as a journalist specializing in the film industry.
A Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Media and Screen Studies is designed for the student who is interested in pursuing a career as a journalist specializing in the film industry. Students can take a combined major in Media and Screen Studies and Journalism. Students take 9 courses from each major plus one bridge course. This major is intended for students who wish to focus on journalism as opposed to a general degree in media and screen studies.
Co-op Opportunities
BMF Media Group
New York, NY
Boston Globe
Boston, MA
National Geographic Learning
Boston, MA
The Martha Stewart Show
New York, NY
NBC Universal Television
New York, NY
The Chew Productions
New York, NY
Viacom
New York, NY
Walt Disney World
Orlando, FL
Career Opportunities
Account Executive
Broadcast Journalist
Creative Director
Information Officer
Market Researcher
Media Planner
Media Producer
Multimedia Specialist
Public Relations Specialist
Social Media Manager
Web Content Manager
Writer
Multidisciplinary Skills
ability to work under pressure
commercial and cultural awareness of media and creative industries
creative problem-solving skills
critical thinking
leadership skills
listening
performance and presentation skills
project management skills
verbal and written communication skills
Learning Outcomes
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Our Media and Screen Studies curriculum designed to achieve six distinct learning objectives:
1. Apply basic knowledge of fundamental techniques of video-based film production in a visual project
2. Define terms, concepts, and theories that are fundamental to the study of media
3. Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to media texts
4. Apply the history of media studies to current issues of media with a particular focus on identity, industry, and democracy
5. Plan, write, and present original research papers and presentations, incorporating an analytical understanding of concepts and ideas in Media and Screen Studies
6. Apply theories of media and culture central to the field of Media and Screen Studies to a media text or issue