Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and New Media: Fees & Entry Requirements at California Baptist University, USA

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and New Media

USA

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What will I learn?

The new media available to us has opened up new methods for how we share stories. As Christians, we are naturally seekers of truth an essential quality of a journalist and at CBU, students learn how to tell the truth, share stories, build communities and uncover injustices in the most powerful ways.What You'll Learn Students will demonstrate knowledge of the principles of journalistic industry standards in publication layout and design. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the components of producing a multimedia journalism package text, photography, video, audio, social media. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the components of a various journalistic stories and styles. Students will demonstrate understanding of the impact of the press on society. Students will display knowledge of AP style and journalistic reporting and writing to industry standards. Students will demonstrate knowledge of publication organization structure, workflow and practice. Students will demonstrate digital photography skills.

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
$42,264.00 (35,65,980) per year
Housing and Meal Plan - $13,218

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2028

Venue

Main Campus

8432 Magnolia Avenue,

Riverside,

California,

92504, West, United States

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
$42,264.00 (35,65,980) per year
Housing and Meal Plan - $13,218

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Main Campus

8432 Magnolia Avenue,

Riverside,

California,

92504, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Official Transcripts: Send us the official sealed copies of all academic records (including transcripts, mark sheets and grade reports, as well as graduation certificates, diplomas and/or completion certificates) from secondary schools, showing dates of attendance, courses taken and grades received. Transfer applicants are required to submit all official college transcripts from all colleges or universities attended and accompanying documentation as well. Electronic official transcripts and digital official transcripts sent from a school administrator may be accepted. Transcripts must be sent directly from the educational institution to CBU. Transcripts received by CBU from a third party (including the applicant) are unofficial and cannot be used for an application file. Essay: Submit a personal statement (minimum 3-5 paragraphs) responding to the following question: "What interests you the most about CBU and how can our programs, faculty, and location help you achieve your future goal.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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