Journalism and Mass Communication

American University in Bulgaria

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The Journalism and Mass Communication faculty is committed to an academic and professional program that encompasses the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in 21st century media. The program will emphasize critical thinking, research, writing, and visual communication skills within an ethical framework across all media and professional disciplines.

The JMC faculty recognizes that media throughout the world are changing. New information technologies, media convergence, cross-cultural perspectives and new economic realities are shifting the ways we communicate. At the same time, the principles of journalism and mass communication remain essential to a democratic society. Accuracy and balance in reporting, upholding high ethical standards and a commitment to serving the interests of the public are central to our aims.

The core required courses are the foundation of the program. They provide the theoretical, historical, ethical and cultural background that underlies journalism and mass communication today. The elective courses, presented in two tracks, focus on the skills needed to function in global media. The internship, either professional or academic, further enhances the acquired concepts and skills, as does participation in extracurricular activities on campus (i.e., magazine, online news websites, 24/7 radio station).

JMC students are encouraged to enroll in other courses to expand their cultural and disciplinary perspectives , and also to major or minor in a separate discipline. This opportunity to shape a multi-disciplinary course of study within the liberal arts tradition is an invitation for students to enrich their knowledge base in preparation for further inquiry, research and understanding.

Upon graduation, students are prepared to pursue a range of careers in a variety of fields ranging from media organizations, advertising and public relations agencies, design studios, production houses, and others or continue their education with graduate studies at leading universities around the world.

Theoretical Student Learning Outcomes (core courses):

*understand the history, function, and development of journalism and mass communication in society;
*analyze global media issues and functions;
*develop media and visual communication literacy and awaken creativity;
*integrate liberal arts knowledge in research, study and professional activity;
*understand the role of advertising and public relations;
*apply principles of media law, policies and ethics.

Professional Student Learning Outcomes (elective courses):

*master research methods by learning to evaluate and use documents from a variety of sources;
*learn interviewing techniques and critical thinking and analytical skills;
*learn to write, report and edit content for print and online media platforms;
*learn to respond creatively to challenges and apply principles of design in shaping communications;
*learn to use software programs to design, produce and communicate effectively;
*develop presentation and public speaking skills.

Class schedule

Course duration
30 weeks
Classes per week
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 75 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Blagoevgrad.

Class size

Maximum 40 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Housing

AUBG offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Skaptopara I

£ 40
weekly
Address: Svoboda Bachvarova str., Blagoevgrad, Blagoevgrad 2700, Blagoevgrad
Location: In the city center of Blagoevgrad
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 2 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
£ 40

Skaptopara II

£ 40
weekly
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 40

Skaptopara III

£ 49
weekly
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 49
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Blagoevgrad based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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