Features:

• Practicum provides work experience and industry contacts
• In-depth theoretical and practical instruction from professors currently working and/or with extensive journalism experience
• Deep dives in topical issues affecting the industry, from the role of AI in journalism to ‘fake news'

The news industry is facing yet another period of transformational change. The growing popularity of artificial intelligence apps follows other recent trends in the news industry. Those include the spread of social media, the popularity of citizen journalism, and, more recently, the role of audience analytics and algorithms.

Whether you receive your news through traditional channels or on social media, one thing is evident. Clear, accurate, and comprehensive information has never been more urgent — and the need spans every field, not just journalism.

At a time of bots, deep fakes, and algorithms, employers want people who can think on their feet, who can challenge misinformation and disinformation, and who can ask the right questions.

The journalism minor is for any student interested in learning how to cut through the noise, separate fact from fiction, and ultimately communicate with confidence and authority.

Go to the minor in journalism program outline in the Academic Calendar.

Go to entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism — minor program in the UFV Academic Calendar.

This program is open for international students.

• Learn how to apply as an international student

• Go to all programs open to international students

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

• University-level upgrading (100 level and above): Qualifying Studies Advisor 

• High school equivalent courses (below 100 level): Upgrading Advisor

Upon successful completion of a Journalism minor, students will be able to:

1. Apply a core set of journalistic skills related to media analysis and information literacy, including interpreting data and stories.
2. Report according to fundamental standards of the journalism profession: accuracy, balance, impartiality, humanity, and accountability.
3. Write proficiently in a variety of journalistic styles.
4. Use multi-platform digital media technologies appropriately in production and presentation of journalistic content.
5. Assess factors that influence media content in diverse, multi-level media realities.
6. Apply relevant problem-solving skills in the context of media law and regulations.
7. Devise a personalized professional networking strategy.