Communications Journalism
Associate in ArtsLove media, public speaking or writing reviews? If so, our communications/journalism program might be for you! From a liberal arts perspective, our program teaches students how to analyze media issues and influences and are introduced to journalistic techniques. Students also explore a variety of academic disciplines, modes of inquiry and engage in various learning experiences to develop their communication and critical thinking skills.
Our Communications/Journalism program prepares you for advanced studies or specialization at a 4-year institution. Students who obtain an Associate’s Degree may pursue careers such as, but not limited to, marketing coordinators, public relations assistants, social media coordinators and editorial assistants.
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![Garrett Castle, Communications Journalism, class of 2020](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/images/interior-images/programs/program_spotlights/commsgc.jpg?itok=xiWr2ShZ)
"SCC encouraged me every step of the way to finishing my degree and pushed me to strive for more. Both in-person and online, courses were manageable and between the teachers and the support lab, additional help was always available. The staff, professors, and administration were always helpful and supportive, and I will never regret starting at SCC."
-- Garrett Castle, Communications Journalism, class of 2020
Students have successfully transferred to:
- Arcadia University
- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
- Rowan University
- Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Students who complete the Communications/Journalism, Associate of Art program and go on to earn a bachelor degree may find employment in occupations such as:
- Program Directors
- Radio and Television Announcers
- Broadcast News Analysts
- Reporters and Correspondents
- Editors
- Technical Writers
- Copy Writers
- Photographers
- Film and Video Editors
FIRST SEMESTER | |||||
COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
CSC115 | Computer Applications | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
HIS161 or HIS162 | World History I or World History II | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
PSY101 | General Psychology | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
SCO113 | Success Strategies | 1 | $0.00 | $205.00 | $205.00 |
Subtotal: $2,665.00* | |||||
* - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. |
SECOND SEMESTER | |||||
COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
CGA101 | Introduction to Computer Art | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
ENG102 | English Composition II | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
SOC101 | Intro to Sociology | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
CHOICE-ELECT | ENG, ETH, or PHL Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
MAT-ELECT | Mathematics Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
Subtotal: $3,075.00* | |||||
* - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. |
THIRD SEMESTER | |||||
COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
ENG202 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
ENG242 | Introduction to Journalism | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
CGA141 | Web Design | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
HUM101 | Introduction to the Humanities | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
SCI-ELEC | Science Elective | 4 | $0.00 | $820.00 | $820.00 |
Subtotal: $3,280.00* | |||||
* - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. |
FOURTH SEMESTER | |||||
COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
ENG232 | Introduction to the Communications Media | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
POL102 | American Government | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
CHOICE-ELEC | ENG or CGA Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
HUM-ELEC | Humanities Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $615.00 | $615.00 |
SCI-ELEC | Science Elective | 4 | $0.00 | $820.00 | $820.00 |
Subtotal: $3,280.00* | |||||
* - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. |
Total Program Cost: $12,710.00*
* - Tuition is based on the current in-county rate.
** - Elective tuition and fees may vary depending upon actual course selection.