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Program Core Course Descriptions

BTMM 1011- Mass Communication Theory (4 s.h.)
An introductory survey of the major ideas and perspectives explaining the roles and processes of mass communication. The course includes theories of "mass society," technological determinism, cultivation, media imperialism, functionalism, and dependency.

BTMM 1655- Introduction to Media Management & Organization (3 s.h.)
Overview of the broad aspects of the communications and broadcasting industries and of general management practices. Review of the management structure and responsibilities of radio, television, cable, Internet, print and telecommunications industries. Review of influences on media entities, the role of government and the impact of technology will have on of media businesses.

FMA 1172- Introduction to Film and Video Analysis (3 s.h.)
Film and television analysis through screenings, lectures, and readings in the context of theory, history, and aesthetics.

Journalism 1111- Journalism & Society (3 s.h.)
The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with concepts and functions of journalism and the related industries of advertising and public relations in American society. Students will gain knowledge about the history, economics, and structure of these industries, focusing on how mass media content is determined and disseminated. We will explore underlying values associated with journalism, relationships among journalism and other social institutions, and current issues facing journalists.

Journalism 1112- Writing for Journalism (3 s.h.)
Introduction to and practice writing stories for various mass media. Effective writing, journalistic style and language skills are emphasized.

STOC 1111- Public Speaking (3 s.h.)
Students will prepare, present, and evaluate speeches to perform and persuade on significant topics of public concern. Students will learn principles of public speaking and critical thinking: those concerned with the discovery and evaluation of arguments and evidence, organization, style, audience analysis and adaptation, speech composition, and presentation skills.

Theater 1002- The Collaborative Art (3 s.h.)
Live professional theater performances serve as the basis for the study of contemporary theater: its elements, its ideas, and its creators. Lecture/demonstrations of the elements of theater art presented by the artists/teachers of the theater faculty.

Communications and Theater 4111- Senior Seminar (3 s.h.)
A review and summary of the various components of the media and telecommunications industries. This seminar will synthesize communications studies students have experienced and assist them in their preparation for post graduation.

Additionally, students must complete the following:

2) At least four other courses (minimum 12 s.h.) in the Major must be taken from selected SCT courses at the 2000 level or higher. Internships, Independent Study, Special Projects and Senior Seminar may NOT be used to fulfill this requirement.

3) At least two courses (minimum 6 s.h.) in the Major must be taken from selected SCT courses at the 3000 or 4000 level including one writing intensive course. Internships, Independent Study, Special Projects and Senior Seminar may NOT be used to fulfill this requirement.

4)Students must take, beyond the eight (8) required courses, one course in each of three (3) different SCT departments. This can be satisfied through SCT prerequisites, SCT distribution courses [courses in (2) or (3) above] or SCT electives.

5) At least 12 s.h. outside of SCT must be taken at the 150 level or higher.

Please Note: Permission of the instructor may be required for Main campus upper-division production courses in BTMM and FMA. Prerequisites in all departments apply. No more than 8 s.h. in Kinesiology (physical education) or dance courses may be credited toward the degree. Students may participate in study abroad programs. (see below)
Transfer Students will be required to complete a minimum of 24 s.h. of Communications Major courses at Temple. No more than 21 s.h. may be taken in any one department outside of SCT and counted toward the Major. (This will allow for Non-SCT minors, if desired.)
A maximum of 4 s.h. of Internship credit may be counted toward the degree.
A maximum of 8 s.h. combined of Independent study and or Special Projects may be counted toward the degree. 		"The Temple University Communications Major is an interdisciplinary program that uniquely empowers students to explore, design, and implement a course of study in the field of communications that is specific to his or her interests and needs. As an interdisciplinary program, the Major gives a broad understanding of each department in the School of Communications and Theater"
-From the Mission Statement of The Communications Program