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Journalism – Mass Media


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Ontario College Diploma/Advanced Diploma
Location
Oshawa
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JOMM
Next Intake
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Faculty of Media, Art & Design (MAD)
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Four semesters
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Program Overview

An education in journalism provides excellent training in critical thinking, writing and presenting ideas while preparing students for one of the most interesting careers imaginable. Armed with very transferable knowledge, skills and experience, journalism graduates go on to write and deliver stories on all written and broadcast platforms. Students also develop an array of social media skills and undergo experiential learning through the program’s ‘working newsroom’, before moving on to a seven-week field placement, applying their skills in a professional environment.

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program are required to purchase their own laptop. For specific laptop and software requirements for this program click here.

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Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
    AND
  • Grade 12 English (C or U) (minimum 60 per cent)

Recommended

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

Tuition

  • Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
  • Year one international: $14,186 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

  • Communication Foundations (COMM 1100)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
  • Introduction to News Writing (JOUR 1301)
  • Interviewing & Research (JOUR 1303)
  • Journalism - Mass Media Fundamentals (JOUR 1306)
  • Writing for Broadcast I (JOUR 2305)
  • Visual Media I (VMDA 1300)

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WHAT YOU COULD BE:

  • Broadcast journalist (radio, television)
  • Communications specialist
  • Content creator
  • Editorial designer
  • Editor
  • Freelancer
  • Journalist (online, magazine, newspaper)
  • Photographer
  • Podcaster
  • Producer
  • Reporter
  • Social media manager

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Program Details

This program embraces the broad changes occurring in the media landscape and offers a progressive curriculum that will allow you to focus on development of journalism, social media skills and content creation on all platforms – online, print and broadcast, including podcasts.

For a quick overview of the program, please watch this 90-second video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyoieRxlVBE

Students in the Journalism – Mass Media program will develop the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to work in this progressive, critical profession. In their first year, students are introduced to the core journalism skills and learn how society functions both locally and globally (see link to Global Class below). In their second year, students focus on creating content for all media platforms and undergoing experiential learning through our ‘working newsroom’ (see links to The Chronicle and Riot Radio below).

Due to the constant evolution of technology and the increasing development of new platforms of communication, traditional media professions such as journalism are facing new opportunities, as well as new challenges. Changes in the delivery methods of traditional news have forced journalists and others within the journalism industry to change how they do their jobs. For instance, journalists can now collect information with their phones and deliver stories directly to multiple platforms.

Graduates will have developed skills in: broadcasting, podcasting, reporting, interviewing, editing, writing, content creation and media production, teamwork and critical thinking. You will have knowledge of applicable legislation, standards and professional ethics, and recognize the importance of continuous learning. More specifically, you will gain a clear understanding of the impact of digital technology on journalism and will be able to respond and adapt effectively and efficiently to technological changes.

Upon successful completion of this program you will have opportunities at an entry-level in a wide variety of news organizations and as content creators for a variety of private companies and public organizations, such as school boards, hospitals and governments. Graduates will have the skills to perform a range of tasks, including:

  • Writing local, national and international news through interviews and research
  • Writing news stories for publication and/or broadcast
  • Editing, analyzing and verifying information for accuracy
  • Researching and conducting interviews for broadcast, online and print
  • Applying production skills and using equipment to create content for a range of platforms
  • Using social media platforms to engage audiences
  • Planning and designing editorial content to meet a mass communications strategy for a client

Durham’s Journalism – Mass Media program has successfully covered the campus and community since 1974. It has an ongoing history of excellence, winning Ontario Community Newspaper Association honours on a regular basis.

Our graduates have a track record of producing quality work across Canada – for news organizations such as CBC, CTV and TSN and in communities from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. Grads have also earned careers as content creators and social media coordinators for companies, agencies and institutions.

Important links:

  • School of Media, Art & Design
  • The Chronicle http://chronicle.durhamcollege.ca
  • Riot Radio http://dcstudentsinc.ca/riot-radio/
  • Durham College’s Global Class http://www.theglobalclass.org/
  • Twitter: @DCUOITChronicle
  • NOTE: Students enrolling in this program are required to purchase their own laptop. For specific hardware and software requirements for this program click here.

    IN THE NEWS

    • DC journalism students lead the way at Better Newspaper Competition Awards
    • Durham College student entrepreneur ‘brews up’ a third-place finish at Ontario-wide pitch competition
    • DC journalism grad faces off in a new role with Oshawa Generals
    • DC journalism program earns provincial honours
    • DC journalism program continues winning streak in Ontario news competition
    • DC students test their skills and collaborate in emergency simulation
    • DC students and faculty travel to Guatemala to support the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals
    • DC hosts screening of student-produced documentary about the Kenya Education for Employment Program
    • DC students find innovative solutions to local challenges at City Idea Lab showcase

    Program Learning Outcomes

    1. Report on stories in an accurate, detailed, balanced, professional, and timely manner.
    2. Apply computer and technical skills to designated production and research functions in journalism.
    3. Function both independently and as a member of editorial and/or production teams.
    4. Analyze knowledge from communities, current events and public affairs, and history to interpret and express the context for designated journalism publications and/or productions.
    5. Develop strategies for personal and professional development.
    6. Comply with relevant Canadian legislation, standards, and the principles and practices of journalism.
    7. Write and edit content for the designated media platforms.
    8. Publish and/or broadcast content for the designated media platforms.
    9. Apply production skills and use production equipment in the preparation and distribution of content for the designated media platforms.
    10. Assess mass media communications and technologies as they relate to the impact on social and ethical issues.
    11. Select and assess appropriate mass media technologies to meet the needs of the intended audience.
    12. Plan and design editorial content to fulfil a mass media communications strategy for the client’s requirements.
    13. Analyze shifts and trends in mass media technologies to anticipate the communication needs of the intended audience.

    Admission Requirements

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
      AND
    • Grade 12 English (C or U) (minimum 60 per cent)

    Recommended

    • Excellent written and oral communication skills

    Courses

    The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.

    SEMESTER 1

    • Communication Foundations (COMM 1100)
    • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
    • Introduction to News Writing (JOUR 1301)
    • Interviewing & Research (JOUR 1303)
    • Journalism - Mass Media Fundamentals (JOUR 1306)
    • Writing for Broadcast I (JOUR 2305)
    • Visual Media I (VMDA 1300)

    SEMESTER 2

    • Broadcast Production (BRPO 2300)
    • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
    • Media Law and Ethics (JMLE 1422)
    • Print & Web Design (MEDI 2304)
    • Reporting I (REPT 2301)
    • Visual Media II (VMDA 2300)
    • Critical & Opinion Writing (WRIT 2305)

    SEMESTER 3

    • Field Placement Orientation (FWKS 3300)
    • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
    • Media Production I (MEDI 3306)
    • Reporting II (REPT 3306)
    • Feature Writing & Publishing I (REPT 3307)
    • Visual Media III (VMDA 3300)

    SEMESTER 4

    • Entrepreneurship & Professional Practice (FREE 2300)
    • Field Placement for Journalism (FWKJ 4303)
    • Media Production II (MEDI 4304)
    • Reporting III (REPT 4300)
    • Feature Writing & Publishing II (REPT 4304)
    • Visual Media IV (VMDA 4300)
    • Field Placement Workshop (WKSP 4315)
       

      Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2022-23 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes.

      Costs

      Career Options

      WHAT YOU COULD BE:

      • Broadcast journalist (radio, television)
      • Communications specialist
      • Content creator
      • Editorial designer
      • Editor
      • Freelancer
      • Journalist (online, magazine, newspaper)
      • Photographer
      • Podcaster
      • Producer
      • Reporter
      • Social media manager

      WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

      • Communications departments
      • Freelancing
      • Magazines
      • News organizations
      • Online media companies
      • Marketing and publishing companies
      • Public relations firms
      • Radio stations
      • TV stations

      Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

      Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions. Sample diploma-to-degree opportunities include:

      • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – Communication - Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech)
      • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – Educational Studies and Digital Technology – Ontario Tech
      • Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business - Davenport University
      • BA(Hons) Media (Taught Route) - Robert Gordon University
      • Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies - Trent University

      Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

      Laptop Requirements

      Laptop requirements

      A Mac notebook computer is recommended. Please see the hardware requirements document for details.

      Software requirements

      • Operating System (bundled with new notebook computer purchase)
      • Membership in Adobe Creative Cloud™ is included in your Student Fees and will be made available during your first week. There is no need to purchase a subscription.
      • Microsoft Office (Available for free for students from Microsoft through your DC Mail account. Please do not buy it.)

      DO NOT PURCHASE THIS SOFTWARE PRIOR TO STARTING THE PROGRAM.

      Creative Cloud brings together everything you need to create your greatest work. One simple membership gives you and your classmates to the very latest versions of all the Adobe professional creative desktop applications like Photoshop®, Illustrator®, Premiere Pro® and more — plus new features and upgrades as soon as they're available. And that's just the beginning. With Creative Cloud™, everything you need to create intuitively and collaboratively is included.

      Free downloadable software (please download and install prior to the start of classes. Caution: To avoid malware, only download from the actual developer or using the links below):

      • Adobe Flash Player
      • Audacity
      • Mozilla Firefox web browser
      • Google Chrome web browser 
      • Brackets

      OTHER RECOMMENDED HARDWARE

      • External hard disk USB-3 or USB-C 1 TB or larger
      • Headphones (closed or semi-open type, good quality, e.g., AKG K 240 Semi-Open Studio Headphones)

      NOTE: These requirements were accurate at the time of posting and are subject to change. Please be aware that hardware and software versions are subject to change and will be updated as needed. For further information and FAQ click here.  

       

      Field Placement

      Your learning experience will be complemented by a seven-week field placement at the end of the fourth semester in the Journalism – Mass Media program, which will provide you with hands-on experience within your field of study. Students gain valuable experience in a professional workplace setting, allowing them to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Students taking the Journalism advanced diploma program will have an additional four-week field placement at the end of the sixth semester.

      Past placement opportunities have included:

      • The Globe and Mail
      • CTV Toronto/CP 24
      • The Toronto Star
      • CBC Toronto
      • 680 News
      • Global TV
      • 94.9 The Rock/KX-96/CKDO
      • Sportsnet 590 The Fan
      • TSN
      • The Hockey News
      • Peterborough Examiner
      • Entertainment Tonight Canada
      • Discovery Channel
      • Durham College
      • Ontario Tech University
      • Metroland – Durham Region
      • Durham District School Board
      • City of Oshawa
      • Region of Durham
      • Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority

      Experiential Learning

      In the second year of the Journalism - Mass Media program, students take class in the morning and work full-time in the Chronicle newsroom in the afternoon. Using all the foundations learned in year one, students edit video and audio, present on Riot Radio as a host, create online and print content for The Chronicle, and stay active across social media platforms. Additionally, students have the opportunity to take those transferable skills and work with external partners to write stories, produce documentaries and create online content. These opportunities have taken students overseas to the Caribbean, Peru, and Kenya with further trips planned for Guatemala and a return trip to Kenya. These experiential learning opportunities build essential employability skills for students and accelerate the transition from school to employment.

      Journalism – Mass Media students also have opportunities to work directly with real industry clients, including not-for-profit and community organizations. These projects provide students with access to real-time coaching and feedback from their professors. They all promote teamwork and help students develop and test the vital soft skills that are necessary to succeed the field.

      Check out behind-the-scenes action from several recent student-client collaborations in the DC student-produced videos below:

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      Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.

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