Journalism (BA) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 93
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 31
- Degree
- bachelor
The Journalism (BA) study plan at Bayan College is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 93 credit hours across 31 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL104 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL105 | English Composition II | 3 |
| COM114 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| PSY120 | Elementary Psychology | 3 |
| PHIL120 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| POL130 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 |
| ECON210 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| HIST110 | History & Society of Oman | 3 |
| ARAB101 | Arabic Language Skills | 3 |
| COM101 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
Year 2 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM200 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| COM201 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3 |
| COM203 | Omani Media | 3 |
| COM250 | Mass Communication & Society | 3 |
| COM255 | Introduction to News Reporting & Writing | 3 |
| A&D222 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| COM202 | Media Technology (Electronic Media) | 3 |
Year 3 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM300 | Research in Communication | 3 |
| COM305 | News Editing | 3 |
| COM306 | Advanced News Reporting | 3 |
| COM309 | Visual Communication | 3 |
| COM327 | International Communication | 3 |
| COM325 | Interviewing | 3 |
| COM302 | Publication Design | 3 |
Year 4 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM352 | Mass Communication Law | 3 |
| COM451 | Magazine Journalism | 3 |
| COM334 | Journalism for Electronic Media | 3 |
| COM403 | Media Ethics | 3 |
| COM452 | Practicum in Journalism | 3 |
| COM008 | Graduation Project I | 3 |
| COM009 | Graduation Project II | 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 (BA)
How many credit hours is Journalism (BA) at Bayan College?
Journalism (BA) at Bayan College requires completing 93 credit hours to graduate, spread across 31 courses.
How many years is Journalism (BA) at Bayan College?
The study plan for Journalism (BA) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Journalism (BA) award?
Journalism (BA) at Bayan College awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 93 credit hours.
Is Journalism (BA) offered at other universities?
Yes, Journalism (BA) is offered at at least 2 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.