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Academic Administration
Director, Christopher Dornan
Associate Director (Mass Communication), To be announced
Supervisor of Graduate Studies, Journalism, Catherine McKercher
Supervisor of Undergraduate Studies, Journalism, Klaus Pohle
Teaching Staff
Professors
G. Stuart Adam, B.J., M.A. (Carleton), Ph.D. (Queen's) • Michèle Martin, B.A. (Laval, UQAM), M.A. (Montréal), Ph.D. (Toronto) • Vincent Mosco, B.A. (Georgetown), Ph.D. (Harvard)
Associate Professors
Elly Alboim, B.A. (McGill), M.Sc. (Columbia) • Paul Attallah, B.A. (Ottawa), M.A., Ph.D. (McGill) • Roger Bird, B.A. (Carleton), M.A., Ph.D. (Minnesota) • Michael Dorland, B.A., M.A. (McGill), Ph.D. (Concordia) • Christopher T. Dornan, B.J. (Carleton), M.A. (Cambridge), Ph.D. (McGill) • Ross A. Eaman, B.A. (Carleton), M.A. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Queen's) • Barbara Freeman, B.J., M.A. (Carleton), Ph.D. (Concordia) • Alan Frizzell, B.A. (Strathclyde), M.A. (Queen's) • Peter Johansen, B.A. (Carleton), M.A. (Stanford) • Lionel Lumb • Mary McGuire, B.J. (Carleton) • Catherine McKercher, B.A. (Carleton), M.J. (Temple), Ph.D. (Concordia) • Klaus Pohle, M.J. (Carleton) • Daniel B. Pottier, B.J., M.A. (Carleton) • Robert Rupert, M.A. (Maryland) • Eileen M. Saunders, B.A. (St. Francis Xavier), M.A. (Queen's), Ph.D. (Carleton)
Assistant Professors
Karim Karim, B.A. (Columbia), M.A., Ph.D. (McGill) • Janice Neil, B.J. (Carleton) Lois Sweet, B.A. (Carleton) • David Tait, B.J., M.J. (Carleton) • Dwayne Winseck, B.A., M.A. (Windsor), Ph.D. (Oregon)
Adjunct Research Professors
Robert E. Babe • P. Calamai • A.J. Cordell • C. Sanger • J. Sawatsky
Adjunct Professor
J. Cameron Graham * David Van Praagh
General Information
Honours Program in Journalism
The School of Journalism and Communication offers three undergraduate degree programs in Journalism. These are the: Bachelor of Journalism with Honours, Bachelor of Journalism (Combined Honours) and Bachelor of Arts (Combined Honours). All three programs are designed to provide a thorough education in journalism based on three components: professional courses designed to instill and assess the skills of journalism; academic courses to guide inquiry into the nature and conduct of the news media; and University education in disciplines outside the School.
Students will be trained in the skills of gathering, assessing and presenting information in various media. They will also be educated so as to be able to make informed and considered judgments, both about news media practices and about the subject on which they bring their journalistic attentions to bear. Advantage is taken of the many resources outside the University provided by Carleton's location in the national capital.
Students who already hold an undergraduate degree in another field are not eligible to apply for the B.J. (Hons.) program. These students should consult the information on the Master of Journalism or the Master of Arts in Communication in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research Calendar.
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication
The School of Journalism and Communication offers B.A. (Honours) and B.A. undergraduate programs in Mass Communication.
Graduate Programs
The School of Journalism and Communication offers the Master of Journalism degree, a Master of Arts in Communication and a Ph.D. in Communication. For further details consult the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research Calendar.
Program Requirements in Journalism
Program Requirements, Bachelor of Journalism with Honours
Candidates admitted to First Year of the B.J. program in 1995-96 or later take a total of 20.0 credits, normally in this sequence:
First Year
Journalism 28.100;
4.0 approved optional credits
Second Year
Journalism 28.221, 28.225* 28.251*
3.0 approved optional credits
Third Year
Journalism 28.325, 28.326
3.0 approved optional credits
Fourth Year
28.400; 28.421; two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428*.
2.0 approved optional credits
- Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428* may be taken and cannot be taken simultaneously. No course may be taken more than once.
Prior to graduation, as part of their optional courses, students must complete a French language credit. Acceptable 100-level French courses are any of 20.107, 20.145, 20.160, or another French language credit approved by the School.
Those who already have capacity in French may fulfill this requirement by passing a language test administered on an ad hoc basis by the School of Journalism , but will be required to take an approved optional credit. Students who have completed French Immersion in High School, or who have obtained a Bilingual Diploma or Certificate will be regarded as having met this French language requirement, but will be required to take an approved optional credit.
Students from abroad whose mother tongue is other than English, or students whose research interests require another language, may obtain permission from the Supervisor of Undergraduate Studies to substitute this language for French.
In addition, before graduation students must take 1.0 approved credit in Canadian history, normally History 24.130, 24.233, 24.234 or 24.235.
Finally, students should be aware of the School's requirement that, before graduation, 5.0 credits must be taken in a field other than Journalism, with at least 1.0 of these credits at the 300-level or higher.
Program Requirements, Bachelor of Journalism (Combined Honours)
Honours programs may be taken by students in the four-year undergraduate program in which Journalism is combined with other disciplines. Such programs are available with the following subjects:
Canadian Studies, Economics, English, French, History, Mass Communication, Political Science, Law, Philosophy, Sociology and Women's Studies. Details of the specific requirements for those programs may be obtained from the Department concerned. Special arrangements may be made for other combinations in consultation with the Supervisor of Undergraduate Studies (Journalism). The Journalism requirements for the Combined Honours program are normally the same as those for the Bachelor of Journalism with Honours listed above. With the exception of Philosophy (see below), the requirements of the other discipline are the same as those listed for the Combined Honours program in that discipline. Students are advised to consult the Combined Honours entry of their second discipline in this calendar for details. Combined Honours programs in Journalism and other disciplines are available only to students registered in Journalism.
Program Requirements, Bachelor of Arts (Combined Honours)
Upon application procedures described below, students combining Journalism with another discipline may elect to graduate with the degree Bachelor of Arts (Combined Honours) in lieu of the Bachelor of Journalism (Combined Honours). The Journalism requirements for this degree are the same as those for the Bachelor of Journalism with Honours listed above. With the exception of Philosophy (see below), the requirements of the other discipline are the same as those listed for Combined Honours programs in the other discipline. Students are advised to consult the Combined Honours entry of their second discipline in this calendar for details. All students who elect to receive the Bachelor of Arts (Combined Honours) must (i) write the Honours Research Essay, if required, in the other discipline and (ii) must transfer to the Bachelor of Arts Honours program as a Combined Honours student. Students who are not required to present an Honours Research Essay by the other discipline, but who nevertheless prefer to graduate as a Bachelor of Arts student, must also transfer to the Bachelor of Arts Honours program. Such students must request an Internal Degree Transfer at least 60 days before the completion of the final courses required for their degree to assure their graduation at the next convocation.
Combined Honours programs in Journalism and other disciplines are available only to students registered in Journalism.
Combined Honours, Journalism and Philosophy
Course requirements are:
1. Journalism 28.100, 28.221, 28.225*, 28.251*, 28.325, 28.326, 28.400, 28.421, and two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427*, 28.428*;
2. 7.0 credits in Philosophy including:
(i) An introductory course or equivalent
(ii) 6.0 credits beyond the 100 level including:
(a) 2.0 credits in History of Philosophy
(b) 32.280 (=32.254* + 32.354*) or 32.290
(c) 1.0 credit at the 400-level
3. 1.0 French language credit; acceptable 100-level French courses are any of 20.107, 20.145, 20.160 or another French language credit approved by the School;
4. 1.0 approved credit in Canadian history.
5. Approved options to make up a program of 20.0 credits.
B.J. Honours with a Concentration in Psychology
Note: The following course pattern does not constitute a Combined Honours program in Journalism and Psychology.
Course requirements are:
- 1. Journalism 28.100, 28.221, 28.225*, 28.251*, 28.325, 28.326, 28.400, 28.421 and two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427*, and 28.428*;
2. Psychology 49.101* and 49.102*, 49.200, two of 49.210*, 49.220*, 49.230*, 49.250*, 49.260*, 49.270*; 2.0 credits in Psychology chosen in consultation with members of the Department from Psychology courses in the areas of behavioral neuroscience, community and social psychology, perception and cognition, developmental psychology, or personality and assessment; and 1.0 optional credit in Psychology.
3. 1.0 French language credit; acceptable 100-level French courses are any of 20.107, 20.145, 20.160, or another French language credit approved by the School;
4. 1.0 approved credit in Canadian history.
5. Approved options to make up a program total of 20.0 credits.
Admission, Continuation, and Graduation
Admission and Continuation
For admission to the First year, students are required to present:
The OSSD, or the equivalent, including six OACs with an average of 65 percent or better; or the successful completion of Qualifying-University year.
Although not required for admission, an OAC in English is recommended.
It should be noted that the number of student spaces in the School is limited. Because of this it may not be possible to grant admission to all applicants who meet the foregoing requirements. Admission will therefore be on a selective basis with preference given to those candidates who show the highest promise of success in the course.
Admission to Second year will be guaranteed only to First-year Journalism students who achieve a B+ or better in Journalism 28.100 and a CI of 8.00 in First year on 5.0 full credits. For information on calculation of the CI, refer to p.71.
The School also maintains a number of places in Second year for students who wish to transfer from Carleton or elsewhere. Normally, offers are made to students with an overall GPA equivalent to A- or better.
Students may not continue into 300-level or higher courses without satisfactory standing.
Admission to these courses will be based on a minimum of:
(a) C standing in Journalism 28.221;
(b) an average of C+ in the four Journalism courses taken for credit in the first two years: Journalism 28.100, 28.221, 28.225* and 28.251*;
(c) an overall GPA of 4.0.
Note: Journalism students must become reasonably proficient in computer keyboarding as soon as possible. Most assignments in the professional Journalism courses are done by computer.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate, students must fulfill all University regulations and all Faculty regulations, in addition to all School regulations.
In addition to the graduation requirements of the Faculty, a candidate for the degree of Bachelor of Journalism with Honours must have a C+ average in the Journalism courses, with C or better in the reporting courses, a C- or better in each other Journalism course, and be recommended for graduation by the School.
Courses
Not all of the following courses are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for 2001-2002, please consult the Registration Instructions and Class Schedule booklet published in the summer.
Journalism 28.100
Introduction to Journalism Studies
In first term, the basics of journalistic literacy and writing with an explanation of journalistic style. In second term, an introduction to the social, philosophical and historical contexts of journalism.
Prerequisite: For Journalism Honours students only.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.216*
The Documentary
Examination of the work of individual film makers, of documentary styles and of organizations and institutions in the context of the history of documentary film making, including documentaries made for television. Non-fiction films other than documentaries may be considered. (Also listed as Film Studies 19.216*.)
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.215 (19.215).
Prerequisite: Film Studies 19.100 or permission of the School.
Lectures and screening two hours, two days a week.
Journalism 28.221
Fundamentals of Reporting
An introduction to the techniques of news gathering, the standard rules of news and feature writing, elements of news judgment, interviewing skills, a sense of narrative, and ethical reflection.
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.220 (last offered 1995-96).
Prerequisite: For Second-year Honours Journalism students and students who transfer into the program.
Lectures, discussion and practicum three hours a week.
Journalism 28.225*
Journalism's View of the Languages and Institutions of Public Life
An introduction to the major political institutions of Canada; the policy process and the avenues for public participation in government at the federal, provincial and municipal levels; the economy; the arts community; and the like.
Prerequisite: For Second-year Honours Journalism students and students who transfer into the program, and for students enrolled in the Strategic Public Opinion and Policy Analysis specialization area of the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.251*
Communications Law I
A survey of laws that affect the Canadian media. Specific areas include the development of freedom of expression, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and statutory and common law limitations on freedoms of the press, including publication bans, libel and contempt of court. (Also listed as Mass Communication 27.251*.)
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.351*, Mass Communication 27.351* (last offered 1996-97).
Prerequisite: Journalism 28.100 or Mass Communication 27.111 or First-Year Seminar 01.127, permission of the School, or registration in the Communication Information Technology Policy specialization area of the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.300
The Modern Environment
A seminar course for Journalism students in which a number of texts drawn from the social sciences, literature, journalism and philosophy are considered for their contributions to an understanding of contemporary society and the issues that provide the background to much of contemporary journalism.
Prerequisite: Third- or Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) standing, or permission of the School.
Seminar three hours a week.
Journalism 28.305*
International Media Systems
Examination of the flow of global communication and information and their impact on our views of the world. Attention to the relationship between Canadian media and regional and international media institutions and systems. (Also listed as Mass Communication 27.305*.)
Prerequisite: Mass Communication 27.211 or Third- or Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) standing, or permission of the School, or Third-year standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management and registration in the Communication Information Technology Policy specialization area.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.306*
Comparative Media Studies
The comparative study of one or more of media content, effects, organization, operation, and criticism, and related theoretical perspectives. (Also listed as Mass Communication 27.306*.)
Prerequisite: Mass Communication 27.211 or Third- or Fourth- year B.J. (Hons.) standing, or permission of the School, or Third-year standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management and registration in the Communication Information Technology Policy specialization area.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.315*
Questions of Documentary Practice
This course examines the theoretical implications of documentary film and documentary television practice. (Also listed as Film Studies 19.315*.)
Prerequisite: 1.0 credit in Film Studies at the 200-level, or permission of the School.
Journalism 28.325
Intermediate Reporting
The course will enhance students' skills in information-gathering, news and feature writing, story development, news judgment, computer-assisted reporting, interviewing skills and ethics.
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.320 (last offered 1996-97).
Prerequisite: Journalism 28.221.
Lectures and practicum three hours a week.
Journalism 28.326
Introduction to Broadcast Journalism
An introduction to the principles and practices of broadcast reporting. In this practical course students will produce journalistic reports for television and radio. Students will also begin producing newscasts.
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.220 (last offered 1995-96).
Prerequisite: Journalism 28.221.
Lectures and practicum three hours a week.
Journalism 28.333
Film and Society
An examination of film in relation to social and intellectual developments of the twentieth century. The ways in which the cinema has both shaped and been shaped by some of these developments are considered. (Also listed as Film Studies 19.333.)
Prerequisite: At least 1.0 credit in Film Studies and Third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline or the School.
Screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Journalism 28.352*
Telecommunications Regulation
The law regulating Canadian broadcasting and communications industries. Focus on the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission. Topics may include: administrative formulation of policy, ownership rules, program content and quality, access to the media, cablevision licensing and control, alternative sanctions. (Also listed as Mass Communication 27.352* and Law 51.352*.)
Prerequisite: One of Law 51.203, 51.204 or 51.205, or a 200-level Journalism or Mass Communication credit.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.400
Theoretical and Critical Aspects of Journalism
This course will offer a theoretical overview of the news media in Canada, and the conditions under which they operate. It will study critiques of the media, including ethics.
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.200 (last offered 1995-96).
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year Honours Journalism students and students who have Fourth-year standing in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management and who are registered in the Strategic Public Opinion and Policy Analysis specialization area.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Journalism 28.410*
Special Topic
An examination of a topic in journalism not covered in depth in other courses. Topics may vary from year to year.
Seminar three hours a week.
Journalism 28.411*
Special Topic
An examination of a topic in journalism not covered in depth in other courses. Topics may vary from year to year.
Seminar three hours a week.
Journalism 28.421
Specialized Reporting
A seminar/workshop in one area of public affairs reporting. Offerings may include politics and government, international issues, the arts, the economy, science and technology, social issues, sports. Emphasis on explanatory/analytical reporting, culminating in an extended work of journalism in any medium, resources permitting.
Prerequisites: Journalism 28.325 and 28.326.
Lectures, discussion and seminars three hours a week.
Journalism 28.424*
Professional Practices: Online Publishing
A workshop course designed to give students instruction in online reporting and publishing.
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) Students only
Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428* may be taken and they may not be taken simultaneously. 28.424* may not be repeated.
Workshops averaging eight hours per week.
Journalism 28.425*
Professional Practices: Newspaper Publishing
A workshop course designed to give students instruction in community newspaper publishing.
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) students only.
Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428*may be taken and cannot be taken simultaneously. 28.425* may not be repeated.
Workshops averaging eight hours a week.
Journalism 28.426*
Professional Practices: Radio News and Current Affairs
A workshop course designed to give students instruction in radio news and current affairs.
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) students only.
Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428*may be taken and cannot be taken simultaneously. 28.426* may not be repeated.
Workshops averaging eight hours a week.
Journalism 28.427*
Professional Practices: Television News and Current Affairs
A workshop course designed to give students instruction in television news and current affairs.
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) students only.
Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428*may be taken and cannot be taken simultaneously. 28.427* may not be repeated.
Workshops averaging eight hours a week.
Journalism 28.428*
Professional Practices: Specialized Media
A workshop course designed to give students instruction in a specialized area such as radio documentary, video documentary, film documentary, editing, magazine writing, photojournalism. Not all specialties will be offered each year.
Precludes additional credit for Journalism 28.321* (last offered in 1997-98).
Prerequisite: For Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) students only.
Note: No more than two of 28.424*, 28.425*, 28.426*, 28.427* and 28.428* may be taken and cannot be taken simultaneously. 28.428* may not be repeated.
Lecture and practicum two hours a week.
Journalism 28.437*
Gender and the Journalist
Using theoretical and textual analysis, this course examines the roles that social concepts of gender have played in several of the following: journalism history, journalistic expression and professional practice, professional status, cultural representations and expectations of the journalist, and the alternative or specialized media.
Prerequisite: Third- or Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) standing, or permission of the School.
Seminar three hours a week.
Journalism 28.490
Honours Tutorial
Students analyze some major achievements in contemporary journalism, through individual or group research. Students also have the opportunity to acquire background and experience in the managerial aspects and production of print and broadcast journalism.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year B.J. (Hons.) standing.
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