Journalism

Overview

Through coursework and internships you will gain valuable multimedia experience that will serve you in industries from news reporting and public relations to publishing and politics in the Journalism program of University at Albany.

Program of Study

The BA in Journalism program helps you hone your skills with courses including non-fiction writing, media analysis and production, history of journalism, as well as the study of legal, ethical and business issues. 

You will improve your writing while developing the ability to critically assess world events and political happenings. Courses emphasize critical thinking, historical context, editorial judgment and communication skills.

Student Learning Objectives

Learning objectives that UAlbany students are expected to attain through their course of study within their academic program.

• Students will describe and critically analyze the role of a free press in a democratic Society. (They recognize and employ privileges and duties detailed in the First Amendment, Freedom of Information/Open Government rules and media law.)

• Students, when presented with a case study, and in their own work, will identify ethical issues involved, will critically analyze them, and will identify the philosophical and professional considerations that underpin their analyses.

• Students will design and research accurate stories using multiple research strategies involving data, eyewitness accounts, academic reports, and statistics.

• Students will structure and compose stories that are visible and audible, that effectively engage and educate an audience.

Career Outcomes

With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree you will be prepared to launch into a career that utilizes skills such as editorial clarity, practiced objectivity, research and interpersonal communication. Pursue a job in industries including print and broadcast journalism, education, public relations, marketing and law.

• Journalist

• Webcaster

• Broadcaster

• Freelance writer

• Corporate communications specialist

• Television producer

• Editor

• Magazine and book publisher

• Copywriter

• Public Relations specialist