This degree is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Journalism with a variety of concentrations or who plan to pursue a Secondary Education Certification in Communication/Theatre Arts, which includes a Journalism focus, in order to teach in Michigan public schools. The degree also provides an option for students wishing to pursue freelance work in journalism. Students completing this curriculum will also satisfy the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) between two-year and four-year institutions in Michigan and qualify for an LCC Transfer Studies Certificate of Achievement (1482).
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Degrees and Certificates Offered
Communication, Journalism, and Language, GA
Overview
This degree is designed for students wishing to work in a field related to Communication. Pathways included in this Career Community are Communication, Sign Language Interpreter, and World Languages. This degree includes a set of courses common to all majors and all transfer institutions. Students beginning college in this degree program are encouraged to work with academic and program advisors throughout their first few semesters of study to determine their specific major area and transfer institution (if transfer is a goal).
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Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
Journalism, AA
Overview
A Journalism degree can lead to a career as a reporter, editor, copywriter, content manager, or photojournalist. Journalists cover a variety of topics including local, national, and international news; sports; entertainment; education; business; the arts; fashion; the economy; and government.
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Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
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Journalism Program
Arts and Sciences Division
Arts & Sciences Building Room 2203
Phone: 517-483-1061