Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) — study plan
American University in Dubai Mohammed Bin Rashid School for Communication
- Credit hours
- 125
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 43
- Degree
- bachelor
The Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) study plan at American University in Dubai is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 125 credit hours across 43 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 29 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM101 | Introduction to Global Media | 3 |
| COMP101 | IT and Innovation in Today's World | 3 |
| ENGL101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| PSPK101 | Public Speaking in Multicultural Contexts | 3 |
| UNIV100 | The University Experience | 0 |
| MATH200 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
| BUSI101 | Introduction to Business Elective | 3 |
| COMM103 | Media, Culture and Society | 3 |
| COMM104 | Introduction to Non-Fiction TV Formats | 2 |
| ENGL102 | Advanced Composition and Research | 3 |
| WLDC201 | Cultural Encounters and Historical Transformations | 3 |
Year 2 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM201 | Media Economics and Research | 3 |
| COMM221 | Media Writing Skills | 3 |
| COMM243 | Introduction to Production for Journalism | 3 |
| PHIL201 | Introduction to Philosophy/Logic | 3 |
| ENGL210 | Creative Writing | 3 |
| SOCI201 | Introduction to Sociology Elective | 3 |
| ENGL103 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| COMM202 | Ethical and Legal Responsibilities in the Mass Media | 3 |
| COMM222 | Multiplatform Storytelling | 3 |
| ENGL211 | British Literature I | 3 |
Year 3 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS200 | History of Art I | 3 |
| SCIE201 | Life Sciences for Today | 3 |
| JOUR301 | Visualizing News | 3 |
| JOUR321 | Reporting | 3 |
| JOUR324 | Broadcast Journalism | 3 |
| HUMN398 | The Core Experience | 3 |
| JOUR302 | Newsroom Management and Decision Making | 3 |
| JOUR322 | Advanced Reporting | 3 |
| MEST310 | Islamic Civilization Elective | 3 |
| MKTG201 | Principles of Marketing Elective | 3 |
Year 4 36 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JOUR323 | Editorial and Critical Writing Elective | 3 |
| JOUR441 | The Documentary | 3 |
| JOUR461 | Media and Politics in the Middle-East | 3 |
| MEST315 | History of the Modern Middle East Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| JOUR462 | Capstone Project | 3 |
| JOUR463 | Internship | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
| GENELE | General Elective Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Journalism (Communication & Information Studies)
How many credit hours is Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) at American University in Dubai?
Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) at American University in Dubai requires completing 125 credit hours to graduate, spread across 43 courses.
How many years is Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) at American University in Dubai?
The study plan for Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) award?
Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) at American University in Dubai awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 125 credit hours.
Is Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) offered at other universities?
Yes, Journalism (Communication & Information Studies) is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.