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Jul 19, 2026
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2017-2018 USC Lancaster Bulletin (Archived Copy) [Archived Catalog]
Broadcast Journalism, B.A.J.M.C.
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Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Journalism, B.A.J.M.C.program will be able to…
- demonstrate the ability to conduct research, gather information, write clearly and correctly and present relevant news or persuasive information at a professional level. Curruculum: JOUR 332, JOUR 421, JOUR 531, JOUR 517
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- demonstrate the ability to think critically, creatively and independently evaluate their own work and the work of others for accuracy, fairness, clarity, style and correctness
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- demonstrate an understanding the history of journalism and mass communications, the diversity of groups in a global society in relationship to communications and the role of journalism and mass communications in society
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- demonstrate an understanding of the ethical concepts, legal implications, considerations and practices that guide the mass media professions.
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- demonstrate the ability to apply tools and technologies appropriate for the production, editing and presentation of visual, aural, textual or other media content.
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- apply basic numerical and statistical concepts and methods appropriate for the communications professions.
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Degree Requirements (120 Hours)
See for entrance requirements, progression requirements, and other regulations.
- General Education Requirements (72 hours)
- Carolina Core Hours (40-56 Hours)
- Additional SJMC General Education Requirements (9 hours)
- Minor (18 hours) or Cognate (12 hours)
- Electives (0-12 hours)
Journalism Major (48 Hours)
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General Education and Minor or Cognate Requirements for all Journalism Majors, B.A.J.M.C.
1. Carolina Core Plus General Education Requirements
CMW: Effective, Engaged, and Persuasive Communication: Written Component (6 hours)
ARP: Analytical Reasoning and Problem-Solving (6-7 hours)
SCI: Scientific Literacy (7 hours)
- Two approved Carolina Core courses from the natural sciences including one laboratory course
GFL: Global Citizenship and Multicultural Understanding: Foreign Language (0-9 hours)
- Demonstration of proficiency in one foreign language (except Latin or Ancient Greek) equivalent to the minimal passing grade on the exit examination in 122. Students can demonstrate this proficiency by successfully completing Phase II of the Proficiency Test or by successfully completing the 122 course, including the exit exam administrated as part of that course.
GHS: Global Citizenship and Multicultural Understanding: Historical Thinking (6 hours)
One non-US History course from:
One US History course from:
GSS: Global Citizenship and Multicultural Understanding: Social Sciences (6 hours)
- Any approved Carolina Core GSS courses
AIU: Aesthetic and Interpretive Understanding (6 hours)
- Any approved Carolina Core AIU course
CMS: Effective, Engaged, and Persuasive Communication: Spoken Component (3 hours)
INF: Information Literacy (0-3 hours)
- Any approved overlay or stand-alone Carolina Core INF course
VSR: Values, Ethics, and Social Responsibility (0-3 hours)
- Any approved overlay or stand-alone Carolina Core VSR course
Additional General Education Courses for the SJMC (9 hours)
Electives
The Carolina Core, Additional SJMC General Education Requirements, Minor/Cognate, and Electives outside the SJMC must include at least 72 semester hours in academic subjects. Students with fewer than 72 hours in general education courses must take enough electives to fulfill the 72-hour minimum.
No elective courses of a remedial, developmental nature may apply as credit toward the 72 hour minimum.
Journalism and Mass Communications Core Courses (9 Hours)
Additional Required Courses for Broadcast Journalism (39 Hours)
Minor or Cognate
Students must complete either a minor or a cognate from courses outside the SJMC.
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