CMME.JRNL, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Communication - Journalism Specialization
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have
successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU. For courses
not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 60
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Map out your courses on MySeattleU.
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for further guidance.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CMME 2200 Multimedia Reporting for Journalism (5) |
CMME 2010 Introduction to Communication (5) |
CMME Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | CMME 2000 Intro to Media Studies (5) |
CMME 3200 Multimedia Investigative Journalism (5) |
HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310 (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CMME 3000 Communication Law (5) |
CMME 4010 Research Seminar in Communication (5) |
CMME 4020 Project Capstone (5) |
| Course 2 | CMME Practical Requirement (5) |
CMME 3201 Multimedia Reporting for Social Change (5) |
CMME 4200 Multimedia Entrepreneurship (5) |
| Course 3 | CMME Elective (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III.
See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See
my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for
course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have
different Core requirements.
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Any CMME course not required by the major or your specialization
can count as an elective. These electives may also be used as credit
toward an additional specialization as long as all specialization
requirements are met. - CMME Practical requirement: 5 credits. Choose from CMME 4000
Practical Experience in Communication, 4001 Strategic
Communication Consultancy, 4950 Internship, or advisor approved
leadership course such as study abroad or debate. - CMME 4010 (research) and 4020 (Capstone) can be taken during
any quarter of your senior year and can be taken in any order.