Media Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies
Mass media, in all its forms and fashions, is one of the most relevant spheres of study to our daily experience and of the new millennium. Media studies gives students a variety of ways to research and artistically produce media such as film, television, scripts, digital and visual communication.
A B.A. in media studies fosters an appreciation, awareness and understanding of media content and messages; their origins and evolution; and systems and processes of mass media industries. Students learn the historical, cultural, and theoretical foundations of media while studying the creative and commercial contexts and the sociocultural, psychological and political impact of messages. They develop visual and cultural literacy through classes such as basic writing, design, production, and technological skills. Media studies faculty are recognized for their distinguished teaching and include an award-winning filmmaker, multi-media artist and graphic designer, television and film historian, legal scholar, professional broadcaster, writer, technology and usability authority, and culture and music critic.
Media studies majors acquire valuable professional experience and contacts—locally, regionally and nationally—via the internship program. They also have ample opportunities to participate in student radio (WEGL) and television (Eagle Eye), the Chattahoochee Heritage Project, the SEC Network, and local news stations. With a challenging curriculum and enriching experience opportunities, graduates leave able to contribute to the next generation of mass media.
Learn more about the path towards a degree and career in media studies from the Career Center’s Pathways.
For more information about Media Studies
Media Studies Program Website
Dr. George Plasketes, associate director
- plaskgm@auburn.edu
- 226 Tichenor Hall
- (334) 844-4594
School of Communication & Journalism
- 217 Tichenor Hall
- (334) 844-2727
Careers in Media Studies
Below are some of the successful careers of media studies alumni:
- Actor
- Filmmaker, 3 Penny Films
- Writer/editor
- Web designer
- Film production assistant
- Broadcast/able network programmer
- Traffic manager & on air personality, Auburn Network
- Product marketing manager, North American Gaming/Dell
- Producer, The Weather Channel
- Regional network manager, IMG Sports
- Syndicated radio show hosts, iHeart Radio
- Media relations director, Georgia General Assembly
- On-air talent, Beasley Broadcast Group
- Video editor. Diamond Studios
- Writer, General Hospital (ABC)
- Director of corporate communications, AT&T
- Script coordinator
- Radio producer, Auburn IMG Sports
- Morning anchor, WKRN-Nashville
- Sideline reporter, ESPN
- Broadcast journalist/reporter
- News director
- Video production manager, Viacomm
- Integrated marketing coordinator, Comedy Central
- Creative director, Keysys Consulting
- Morning show co-host, WIXE 1190AM
- Online video producer, Orlando Sentinel
- Web relations specialist, Morris Jenkins Company
- Media & communication specialist, Point University
- Director/producer, SnapShot Interactive
- Creative producer & photography director, Jump Cut Collective
Curriculum Guide for BA in Media Studies
*May not use a History course to fulfill the Core Social Science requirement
Freshman | |||
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Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
COMM 1000 Public Speaking (or COMM 1003 Public Speaking)1 | 3 | ENGL 1120 English Composition II | 3 |
ENGL 1100 English Composition I | 3 | Core Social Science | 3 |
Core Social Science | 3 | Foreign Language II (College Core) | 4 |
Foreign Language I (College Core) | 4 | Core Mathematics | 3 |
Core History | 3 | Core Humanities | 3 |
16 | 16 | ||
Sophomore | |||
Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
CMJN 2100 Concepts in Communications and Journalism (or CMJN 2103 Concepts in Communication and Journalism) | 3 | MDIA 2350 Introduction To Film Studies | 3 |
LBAR 2010 Liberal Arts Careers Preparation | 2 | Core Science II | 4 |
Core Science I | 4 | Core History | 3 |
Core Literature | 3 | Supporting coursework2 | 6 |
Supporting coursework2 | 3 | ||
15 | 16 | ||
Junior | |||
Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
CMJN 3350 Visual Communication (or CMJN 3353 Visual Communication ) | 3 | MDIA 3350 Writing for Television and Film | 3 |
MDIA 2800 Multimedia Production or 2420 Introduction to Filmmaking | 3 | Course from Major Group 13 | 6 |
MDIA 3300 Foundation of Mass Communication or 3303 Foundations of Mass Communication | 3 | Course from Major Group 23 | 3 |
Core Fine Arts (Other than MDIA 2350 Introduction to Film Studies) | 3 | Supporting coursework2 | 3 |
Supporting coursework2 | 3 | ||
15 | 15 | ||
Senior | |||
Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
Courses from Major Group 13 | 9 | MDIA 4920 Internship | 3 |
Elective courses2 | 6 | UNIV 4AA0 University Graduation | 0 |
Courses from Major Group 13 | 6 | ||
Course from Major Group 23 | 3 | ||
15 | 12 | ||
Total Hours: 120 |
1 | COMM 1000 fulfills SLO 7. |
2 | Students must meet with their advisers to determine appropriate electives and courses for their supporting coursework. |
3 | Students must meet with their advisers to identify approved courses for Groups 1 and 2. |
Last Updated: January 18, 2018