Journalism and Media Studies
Associate of Arts (AA) Journalism and Media Studies · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Associate of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies is designed to provide students a broad understanding of the principles of journalism and media as well as experience in the application of these principles to the campus media, including the newspaper, the journalistic magazine, and the literary magazine, all of which include multimedia components. Classes can be applied to meet transfer requirements at four-year institutions and for entry into careers in media, such as reporting, public relations, print production, copyediting, broadcasting, videography, and photography.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Develop a broad understanding of the principles, roles, techniques, and effects of media in society.
- Prepare for careers in media and related fields.
Journalism and Media Studies (AA): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (12 Units) | ||
| JAMS 11 | Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting | 3 |
| JAMS 12 | Introduction to Photojournalism | 3 |
| JAMS 23 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| JAMS 21A | Express College Newspaper A | 3 |
| List A: Select One (3 Units) | ||
| JAMS 1 | Introduction to Mass Communications | 3 |
| JAMS 2 | Introduction to Media | 3 |
| List B: Select Three (9 Units) | ||
| JAMS 3 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| JAMS 19A | Journal of Arts and Literature A | 3 |
| JAMS 19B | Journal of Arts and Literature B | 3 |
| JAMS 21B | Express College Newspaper B | 3 |
| JAMS 21C | Express College Newspaper C | 3 |
| JAMS 21D | Express College Newspaper D | 3 |
| JAMS 24A | Naked Magazine: College Magazine A | 3 |
| JAMS 24B | Naked Magazine: College Magazine B | 3 |
| Total Units for the Major | 24 | |
| Additional General Education and Elective Units | ||
| See the Las Positas College General Education (LPC-GE) pattern or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program, the optional course(s) taken, and the GE pattern selected. Elective units must be degree applicable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 36 | |
| Total | 60 | |