Journalism and Media Studies
Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted) Journalism and Media Studies · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.JAMS.CA
Program Control Number: 21753
The certificate program in Journalism and Media Studies offers students a unique blend of theory and practice. The program provides critical and cultural analysis of media and communications in conjunction with a hands-on production sequence in print, digital, and web-based journalism, leading to potential entry-level positions in a variety of media and communications fields. Students work at least one semester as a staff member for SAC’s nationally recognized student media outlet, el Don.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Apply the basic principles of journalism such as accuracy, fairness and public service
- Discuss the historic, cultural, legal and ethical underpinnings of U.S. Mass Media
- Practice the principles of communicating clearly through print, digital, and visual media
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 13 | |
| JAMS 103 | Introduction to Visual Communications | 3 |
| JAMS 105 | Mass Media and Society | 3 |
| JAMS 121 | Reporting and Writing the News | 3 |
| JAMS 123A | Multimedia News Production | 4 |
| Plus 3 Units from the Following Courses | 3-5 | |
| ART 195 | Introduction to Digital Media Arts | 3 |
| orDM 195 | Introduction to Digital Media Arts | 3 |
| JAMS 102 | Multimedia Storytelling | 3 |
| JAMS 201 | Visual Reporting | 2 |
| JAMS 210 | Public Affairs Reporting | 3 |
| JAMS 222 | Writing Across Media | 3 |
| JAMS 160 | Introduction to Photojournalism | 3 |
| orPHOT 160 | Introduction to Photojournalism | 3 |
| PHOT 180 | Beginning Photography | 3 |
| DM 112 | Introduction to Video Editing and Postproduction | 3 |
| DM 130 | Broadcasting for News & Sports | 3 |
| MUS 152 | Beginning Audio Production | 3 |
| orDM 152 | Beginning Audio Production | 3 |
| Total | 16-18 | |