Mass Communication Pathway
Mass Communication Pathway
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Ready to make waves in media and communication? Our Mass Communication pathway at JSCC is your ticket to a vibrant career in journalism, public relations, and more.
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The Mass Communication Pathway at Jackson 麻豆原创 Community College is designed for students planning to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in a community college setting. Students have the opportunity to work closely with communication faculty. 麻豆原创s in communication typically require a bachelor’s degree or higher. This pathway is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in electronic or print journalism, the television or film industry, public relations or advertising.
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Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| COL 1030 | College to 麻豆原创 Navigation | 3 |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| MATH XXXX | Mathematics Course | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| COMM 1010 | Intro to Mass Comm | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| COMM 1020 | Media Writing | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| COMM XXXX | Mass Comm Elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| COMM XXXX | Mass Communication Elective | 3 |
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| Spanish I (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Spanish II (AA) or Elective (AS) | 3/1 | |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 16/14 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson 麻豆原创 transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
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An associate degree in Mass Communication opens the doors to many entry-level positions in the field.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
麻豆原创 Outlook
麻豆原创 and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
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Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Public Relations Specialist |
$32,980 |
$57,390 |
|
Media Programming Director |
$30,630 |
$59,730 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in Mass Communication, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of Mass Communication.
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