Broadcast Journalism, B.S.C.

Prepare for a successful career in broadcast journalism with hands-on opportunities and award-winning results

Top for Sports and News

Recognized in 2024 by BEA as #6 for Sports and #7 for News nationwide

Top Journalism School

Recognized by BEA as a national top journalism program in 2024

Major or Minor

Program offers a major and a minor in Broadcast Journalism

Shape the Future of News

The Broadcast Journalism, B.S.C. program prepares students for careers in digital news gathering, analysis, and reporting. Through practical experience through production classes and various student-produced programs on UMTV, students consistently win national and regional awards for their work, all while gaining the skills needed for personal and professional success, for participating in the program. No prior study of or experience in journalism is required to be eligible for the program.

Explore some of the featured courses:

Introduction to communication concepts and skills involved in on-camera duties such as anchoring, interviewing and live reporting.

JMM 245
Introduction to the theory, process, and procedure of electronic media production. Lecture and laboratory are included.

JMM 345
Planning and execution of complex field, studio, and multimedia production in a variety of lengths and formats. High level skills in television control room situations and non-linear editing will be used to produce audio, video, and online content.

JMM 445
The integration of the producer’s role and the structure of program design as they relate to day-to-day production operations. Lecture and laboratory are included.

JMM 517
Gathering and preparation of news stories for presentation in news programs. Includes field reporting, editing, preparation of visual and aural elements, writing, producing and performing for on-air presentation.

JMM 527
Studio anchoring, newscast producing and field reporting for news and public affairs programming. Live field reporting and field and studio interviewing techniques are covered.

A hands-on sports journalism course that will develop students’ skills in sports reporting and sports writing. Discussions range across the entire field of sports reporting, including broadcasting, but the greatest emphasis is concentrated on sports reporting and writing for print, online, social media and media relations. Students will go off-campus to cover professional and college sporting events live on deadline, hear from guest speakers across the industry, and cover on-campus UM sports beats.

This course teaches students podcasting concepts and techniques to create podcasts on various topics.

Related Minors

Electronic Media
Hispanic Media
Journalism
Media Management


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Meet Derryl Barnes, the youngest intern at ESPN, featured at the NBA All-Star game and praised by Shaquille O’Neal. He’s a student leader from the School of Communication and an example of where hands-on learning experiences can take you.

UMTV Spotlight

UMTV This Morning

This ambitious one-hour live morning show included exclusive interviews with actor and director Nestor Carbonell and the Mayor of Miami as well as a variety of segments across news, sports, and entertainment. More than 30 students worked to bring this special presentation to life.

Professional Associations and Chapters

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) chapter is committed to promoting the recognition and professional growth of Hispanic students pursuing careers in journalism. Through events, educational programs and networking opportunities, the chapter supports members in their journey to becoming influential voices in the media industry.

The University of Miami chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) fosters a community of future Black journalists and media professionals. The chapter offers events and networking opportunities, and promotes diversity, excellence, and leadership in journalism.

The University of Miami chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical journalism. Through events, professional development, and educational initiatives, SPJ inspires and supports the next generation of journalists.