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Below is a list of courses that make up this degree. It is recommended that you meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.
Field of Interest
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Journalism and New Media Studies program is designed to provide students with general, practical and marketable skills that will enable them to seek entry-level employment in various media outlets, including: newspapers, magazines, community journals, online websites, radio and television. The program includes development of a portfolio that will exhibit students' abilities to write both news and feature stories. News judgment is also integrated as a critical component of the program. An awareness of global and cultural differences also forms a key element of this degree for the successful graduate. The curriculum combines coursework in journalism with a General Education component.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Culture and Society
- Type
- Associate's Degree
- Academic Plan
- Journalism and New Media Studies (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 3120
- Total Credits Required
- 60-68
- Effective Term
- Fall 2026
- Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
There are additional university transfer options within this pathway. Students should speak with the Program Director or an academic advisor to identify the best option to meet their academic and career goals.
What You’ll Learn
This degree will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Produce stories appropriate to their medium and venue, from conceptualization to publication, including research, confirmation of credible sources, writing, and editing.
- Analyze and adapt to a professional context within the journalism industry in order to work effectively.
- Describe the contemporary field of journalism, including media, markets and specializations.
- Demonstrate written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with diverse populations and individuals.
- Develop and maintain professional networks and relationships within the field of journalism.
- Apply media law and ethics to journalistic situations.
- Evaluate and employ the strengths of self and others to achieve common goals in group settings.
- Incorporate new and emerging digital technologies ethically and efficiently to meet current trends.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 38-40 | |
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| JRN212 | Writing for Broadcasts (3) OR | |
| JRN234 | Feature Writing (3) | 3 |
| JRN101 | Grammar and Style for Journalists | 1 |
| JRN105 | Introduction to Journalism | 3 |
| JRN201 | News Writing | 3 |
| JRN205 | Copyediting | 3 |
| JRN208 | Media Law and Ethics | 3 |
| JRN210 | News and Media Production | 3 |
| JRN213 | Writing for Online | 3 |
| JRN225 | Photojournalism | 3 |
| JRN240AC | Journalism Internship (3) OR | |
| JRN298AC | Special Projects (3) | 3 |
| MCO120 | Media and Society | 3 |
| MCO220 | Cultural Diversity and the Media | 3 |
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Disclaimer
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm13?id=16454720).
Full Award Details
- Major
- 3120
- First Term
- 2026 Fall
- Final Term
- Current
- Award
- AAS
- Total Credits
- 60-68
- CIPS code
- 09.0401
- SOC codes
- 25-1122.00, 27-3021.00, 27-3022.00, 27-3041.00, 27-3043.00
- Program Availability
- MC
- Instructional Council
- Journalism and New Media Studies
- Last Updated
- 10/10/2025