Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Journalism] From Ramapo College of New Jersey

Faculty

The Communication Arts faculty includes nationally and internationally recognized scholars, authors, journalists, professional designers filmmakers and writers whose work has been featured in publications, festivals, exhibitions, as well as in books and academic journals.

Curriculum

Students in the Communication Arts major begin their study with foundational knowledge in new technologies and practices in the communication disciplines. They then choose one of five concentrations for further study: Digital Filmmaking, Global Communication and Media, Journalism, Visual Communication Design and Writing. Courses in theory, history, criticism, research, writing and hands on production engage students analytically and creatively with the social, cultural, and aesthetic issues of media

The curriculum culminates in a senior portfolio capstone project that demonstrates each student?s ability to conceptualize and execute meaningful work using the relevant technologies of his or her concentration.

Internships

As part of the curriculum, Communication Arts students are required to complete an internship in their area of interest. Students leave Ramapo College with professional experience in disciplines that include promotions, public relations, advertising, writing, broadcast, print and web design interactive media, film, television, journalism publishing and non-profit.