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You want to make an impact by telling people about the world around us. Today's journalist needs to work in all formats, and our digital journalism program will get you there. 

A good journalist knows how to research, write and report, but some stories demand more. A day in the life of a reporter can involve creating a Facebook live video, writing your story for the web, shooting and editing photos/video, as well as filing the final package of your story. 

As a Bachelor of Arts in digital journalism major, you're in for some intense classes in writing, editing, multimedia, video production, newsgathering and reporting, among other electives to further your program of study.

Beginning day one, you have access to our state-of-the art facilities and the opportunity to join any of the student-run media outlets/organizations. 

Point Park University School of Communication students volunteered at the 2019 Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards.

Point Park University School of Communication students volunteered at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards.

Course Offerings

You will receive a well-rounded education through Point Park's core curriculum and classes in your major. Some of the courses in the digital journalism major include:

  • Visual Storytelling
  • Point Park News Service
  • Video Field Production & Editing
  • Media & Society
  • Media Storytelling
  • Diversity and Communication
  • Newsgathering & Reporting
  • Introduction to Multimedia
  • Graphic Design I
  • Photojournalism
  • Broadcast Reporting
  • Multiplatform Magazine Reporting 
  • Media Ethics and Responsibility
  • Electives to further your program of study

Faculty bring industry experience to the classroom

School of Communication faculty members are proven professionals with connections to top media and communication organizations.

Meet the faculty
Pictured is Aimee-Marie Dorsten, Ph.D. Photo | Randall Coleman
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Aimee-Marie Dorsten, Ph.D.
Dorstein is an associate professor of journalism and mass communication.
Pictured is Steven Hallock, Ph.D.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Steven Hallock, Ph.D.
Hallock is a professor of journalism.

Career Options

Graduates will be well-equipped with the core skills essential to any career in journalism — television, radio, print, web, etc. — and prepared to handle any other beat upon graduation, such as:

  • Multimedia Journalist
  • Data Journalist
  • Entrepreneurial Journalist
  • Web Content Editor
  • Photojournalist
  • Website Host

Alumni success

Learn about where our graduates have gone on to build their careers.

More news & features
Pictured is Keera Frye. Submitted photo
Keera Frye '20
Executive Producer, WDTV
Pictured is alumnus Matt Desmond. Submitted photo
Matt Desmond '12

Creative Content Segment Producer, NFL Media

News & Features

Zoey Angelucci '22
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 2022 journalism grad Zoey Angelucci is an assistant client executive at Krakoff Communications.
PAB Extends Scholarship Offerings to Students
Thursday, December 15, 2022 The Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters has extended its partnership with Point Park University to offer $18,000 towards scholarships for another year. 
Trib Total Media Scholarship Programs for Communication and Business Students
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 Recipients will receive up to $30,000 in scholarship funds awarded in annual installments of up to $7,500. The students will be required to remain in the approved course of study through graduation, complete summer internships with Trib Total Media each year of the program and, upon graduation, they will receive an offer for full-time employment.