COM 2003 Convergent Journalism (3-1-3)

Introduces students to the practice of journalism and helps them understand the role journalists play in reporting, processing and production of news, multi-platform news environment, and application of journalism. Covers the basic theories of mass communication as well as ethics and laws that are governing news reporting and editing. Explores the definitions, values and principles of news to create a broad understanding reporting, editing and presenting news.

COM 2103 Creative Writing (3-1-3)

Introduces the fundamentals of creative fiction and non-fiction writing, including character development, conflict, setting, narrative, dialogue, copywriting, and anecdotes. Explores a variety of literary works and writing techniques. Students develop a critical vocabulary for discussing fiction and engage in frequent writing exercises to refine their creative writing skills.

COM 2313 Project Management for Media (2-2-3)

Introduces essential principles, methods, tools, and techniques of project management in media projects. Explores the role of the project manager in project setup, execution, control, analysis, and review. Applies industry-standard tools and practices through simulated media projects to provide an authentic learning experience.

COM 3606 Work Placement I (0-15-6)

Provides students with work experience in a professional work environment to develop their work ethics, habits and practices necessary for entering into employment. Under the mentorship of a work supervisor, students take different job roles to build competencies and skills in real work situations that enable them to put in practice the vocational skills learned at the college.

Prerequisites: WPR 0100

COM 3616 Work Placement II (0-15-6)

Provides students with work experience in a professional work environment to develop their work ethics, habits and practices necessary for entering into employment. Under the mentorship of a work supervisor, students take different job roles to build competencies and skills in real work situations that enable them to put in practice the vocational skills learned at the college.

Prerequisites: WPR 0100

COM 3713 Media Law and Ethics (3-1-3)

Introduces main concepts of media law and ethics in media professions specifically in publications, advertising, press, graphic design, video production and online media. This course will also introduce students to concepts like bias, defamation, intellectual property rights, privacy and confidentiality and copyright.

COM 4003 Freelancing for Creative Industries (3-1-3)

This course introduces freelancing in the creative industries, covering business aspects such as marketing, branding, client management, contracts, and financial management. Students will learn how to identify and target potential clients, develop portfolios and to navigate legal and ethical issues such as copyright laws and client relationships. The course explores the challenges and opportunities associated with freelancing, such as the need for adaptability and self-discipline. The course equips students with the skills needed to succeed as freelancers in a constantly evolving industry.