Electronic Media, Public Relations, and Journalism

Communication through mass media is central to our modern way of life and contributes to the increasing globalization of our culture and economy. At IU South Bend you can earn a bachelor's degree in mass communications with a concentration in electronic media, public relations, or journalism. The curriculum for each of these areas provides a broad liberal arts education in addition to professional training in media skills. This is based on the fact that communicators must have an excellent general education in order to think and communicate clearly and critically and handle information for the public in an accurate, timely, and concise way.

Special Opportunities

Students in mass communications are encouraged to participate in internships in electronic media or print media or in public relations as part of their preparation for a career. Students can also work on The Preface, IU South Bend's student newspaper.

Careers

Graduates with a degree in mass communications will have numerous career opportunities in newspapers, magazines, television, radio, education, public relations, and many other specialized areas.

Degree Program

Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications

With concentrations in—
Electronic Media
Public Relations
Journalism

Learn about certificate programs to enhance your education.

Majors also elect 30 credit hours of study in a complementary major, so that, in addition to communications skills, they develop specific knowledge of at least one area outside of professional communications practice.

Mass Communications degree requirements
Mass Communications courses

For more information, contact:
Ernestine C. Raclin School of the Arts
Northside Hall 101
(574) 520-4134