Journalism
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) Journalism and Media Studies · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer is based on the Transfer Model Curriculum for Journalism. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, students will have guaranteed admission to some California State University (CSU) campuses. The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer provides students with a broad understanding of the principles, roles, techniques, and effects of media in society as well as experience in the application of these principles to the student media. The broad-based focus of the program serves to hone and refine students’ reading, writing, speaking, cultural literacy, and critical thinking skills, enabling them to succeed in an academic environment or in the workplace and providing specific hands-on skills.
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.
- Have a broad college-level understanding of the principles, roles, techniques, and effects of media in society.
Completion Requirements
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT’s) also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Journalism (AA-T): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (9 units) | ||
| JAMS 1 | Introduction to Mass Communications | 3 |
| JAMS 11 | Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting | 3 |
| JAMS 21A | Express College Newspaper A | 3 |
| List A: Select One (3 Units) | ||
| JAMS 3 | Introduction to Public Relations | 3 |
| JAMS 12 | Introduction to Photojournalism | 3 |
| JAMS 21B | Express College Newspaper B | 3 |
| JAMS 23 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| List B: Select Two (6-8 Units) | ||
| CMST 4 | Introduction to Communication Studies | 3 |
| CMST 46 | Argumentation and Debate | 3 |
| ECON C2001 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| orECON C2002 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ENGL C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST C1002 | United States History since 1865 | 3 |
| PHIL 6 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| orPHIL 8 | Logic and Argumentation | 4 |
| POLI 20 | Comparative Government | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| SOC 3 | Introduction to Race and Ethnicity | 3 |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| Total Units for the Major | 18-20 | |
| Additional General Education and Elective Units | ||
| See the Las Positas College 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 and the optional course(s) taken. Elective units must be CSU transferable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 40-42 | |
| Total | 60 | |