Journalism and Electronic Publishing — study plan
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University College of Media and Communication
- Credit hours
- 126
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 48
- Degree
- bachelor
The Journalism and Electronic Publishing study plan at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 126 credit hours across 48 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| علم 101 | Saudi Media | 2 |
| علم 102 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
| عقد 102 | Monotheism (Tawheed) | 2 |
| قرا 101 | The Holy Quran 1 | 1 |
| صحف 112 | Press Photography | 3 |
| صحف 111 | Journalistic Information Sources | 2 |
| نحو 104 | Grammar | 2 |
Level 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| صحف 113 | Introduction to Journalism | 2 |
| ترخ 101 | The Prophetic Biography (Seerah) | 2 |
| علم 104 | Philosophy of Media | 2 |
| علم 103 | Media Editing Skills | 2 |
| نحو 159 | Grammar | 2 |
| صحف 114 | Computer Design Software | 4 |
Level 3 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| علم 206 | Communication Theories | 2 |
| صحف 215 | Journalism and Society | 2 |
| صحف 217 | Journalism Ethics | 2 |
| قرا 151 | The Holy Quran 2 | 1 |
| صحف 218 | Journalistic Uses of the Internet | 3 |
| علم 205 | Media Research Methods | 2 |
| صحف 216 | News Story | 4 |
Level 4 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| صحف 219 | Press Institutions Management | 3 |
| علم 208 | Applied Statistics | 2 |
| صحف 220 | Media Criticism | 2 |
| فقه 250 | Jurisprudence (Fiqh) | 2 |
| صحف 222 | Specialized Journalism | 3 |
| صحف 221 | Electronic Journalism | 3 |
Level 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| صحف 326 | Journalistic Interview (Long-form) | 3 |
| ثقف 453 | Islamic Culture | 2 |
| صحف 324 | Press Layout / Page Makeup | 3 |
| صحف 325 | News Reporting | 3 |
| صحف 323 | Electronic Newspaper Design | 4 |
| علم 308 | Public Opinion | 2 |
| قرا 201 | The Holy Quran 3 | 1 |
Level 6 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| صحف 332 | The Journalistic Article (Op-ed) | 3 |
| صحف 327 | Investigative Reporting (In-depth Report) | 4 |
| صحف 329 | Journalism Research | 3 |
| صحف 328 | Press Production | 3 |
| صحف 331 | Press Systems and Legislation | 2 |
| ترخ 102 | History of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 2 |
| صحف 330 | Electronic Editing | 3 |
Level 7 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| قرا 251 | The Holy Quran 4 | 1 |
| صحف 433 | Modern Professional Trends in Journalism | 3 |
| صحف 436 | Press Campaigns | 4 |
| صحف 434 | Investigative Journalism | 3 |
| صحف 437 | International Journalism | 2 |
| صحف 435 | Electronic Press Content Management | 3 |
Level 8 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| صحف 438 | Graduation Project | 4 |
| صحف 439 | Cooperative Training | 8 |
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 and Electronic Publishing
How many credit hours is Journalism and Electronic Publishing at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University?
Journalism and Electronic Publishing at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University requires completing 126 credit hours to graduate, spread across 48 courses.
How many years is Journalism and Electronic Publishing at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University?
The study plan for Journalism and Electronic Publishing spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Journalism and Electronic Publishing award?
Journalism and Electronic Publishing at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 126 credit hours.
Is Journalism and Electronic Publishing offered at other universities?
Yes, Journalism and Electronic Publishing 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.