Minor in Photojournalism (CHSS)
Catalog Year: 2025-2026
Banner Code: LA-MINOR-COMM-PHOJ
The photojournalism minor explores photography as a journalistic storytelling medium. Offered jointly by the Department of Communication and the School of Art, the minor prepares students to bear witness through the lens of a camera; to examine the world around them, pose questions and inform audiences. Students gain proficiency with digital photo technology, develop reporting skills, apply visual storytelling principles, and examine the ethical and legal challenges of capturing stories in a mediated society.
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Policies
Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor and students must earn a minimum grade of 2.00 in all courses applied to the minor. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 18
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 203 | Introduction to Journalism | 3 |
| COMM 351 | News Writing and Reporting | 3 |
| COMM 475 | Journalism Law | 3 |
| AVT 357 | Photobook: Concepts Form 1 | 3 |
| AVT 359 | Photography Seminar | 3 |
| AVT 457 | Documentary Photography | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
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Course has a required prerequisite of AVT 253 Digital Photography I (Mason Core)