Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies

General Education Requirements

A minimum of 46 hours of academic work in general education is required during the freshman and sophomore years.  For students transferring with the Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied with respect to degree requirements.  However, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements.  Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information.  Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work.  See General Education Requirements for more information.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Develop an awareness and appreciation of the foundations of the structure, practices, procedures, history, theory and effects of mass media.
2. Write correctly and clearly for the appropriate media outlet.
3. Produce news stories for print and/or broadcast, public relations materials, advertising campaigns, or media analyses that are clear, accurate, thorough, and fair.
4. Gather and critically evaluate information from sources.
5. Develop an understanding of the history and development of media technologies and processes and the ways in which this history has affected the industry, individuals, and society.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of current media technologies and their capabilities, limitations and implications from multiple perspectives, including that of producer and consumer.
7. Demonstrate the ability to think critically, creatively and independently.
8. Develop an awareness of the diversity of a global society.

• 4456 - Multimedia
• 4457 - Public Relations/Advertising

A minor is required for the Media Studies major.