Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communications - Visual Communications (Columbia)

Students graduating from the Visual Communications, B.A.J.M.C. program will be able to - Demonstrate the ability to conduct research, gather information, write clearly and correctly and present relevant news or persuasive information at a professional level. Demonstrate the ability to think critically, creatively and independently evaluate their own work and the work of others for accuracy, fairness, clarity, style and correctness. Demonstrate an understanding the history of journalism and mass communications, the diversity of groups in a global society in relationship to communications and the role of journalism and mass communications in society. Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical concepts, legal implications, considerations and practices that guide the mass media professions. Demonstrate the ability to apply tools and technologies appropriate for the production, editing and presentation of visual, aural, textual or other media content. Apply basic numerical and statistical concepts and methods appropriate for the communications professions.

International freshman applicants must be high school graduates (students that have the equivalent of a diploma in the United States).

English proficiency is measured through the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A score of at least 550 on the paper based exam or 77 on the internet based TOEFL is required. USC also accepts the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the PTE Academic Test. Students must score at least a 6.5 on the IELTS, or at least a 53 on the PTE.