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    The University of Windsor offers a unique combined honours Digital Journalism degree that teaches both theoretical and technical skills needed for a career in digital media. The program combines journalism courses with one of four co-major disciplines. Students gain hands-on experience through collaborative studio labs and opportunities to work for campus publications and internships. Career tracks for graduates include journalism, non-profits, government, and graduate studies.

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    The University of Windsor offers a unique combined honours Digital Journalism degree that teaches both theoretical and technical skills needed for a career in digital media. The program combines journalism courses with one of four co-major disciplines. Students gain hands-on experience through collaborative studio labs and opportunities to work for campus publications and internships. Career tracks for graduates include journalism, non-profits, government, and graduate studies.

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    The University of Windsor offers a unique combined honours Digital Journalism degree that teaches both theoretical and technical skills needed for a career in digital media. The program combines journalism courses with one of four co-major disciplines. Students gain hands-on experience through collaborative studio labs and opportunities to work for campus publications and internships. Career tracks for graduates include journalism, non-profits, government, and graduate studies.

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    Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

    Digital Journalism

    As media migrate to digital platforms, this has created a need for an array of multi-skilled jobs that range from the traditional storytelling in newspapers and magazines to the very contemporary roles of videographer and web producer.

    Thinking about a career in journalism? UWindsor offers a combined honours journalism degree that is unique in Canada. You will learn the theoretical perspectives and technical skills to compete in the rapidly changing, digital marketplace Our objective is to produce journalists who can find work in mainstream, alternative and citizen media.

    A Rigorous, Enriching Program


    UWindsors Digital Journalism program unites journalism theory, ethics and skills education with academic specialization. You can take Digital Journalism in one of four combinations: 1) English Language and Literature 2) English and Creative Writing 3) Communication, Media and Film 4) Political Science

    www.uwindsor.ca/digitaljournalism

    Digital Journalism
    What You Will Take First Year
    In first year, you will take Journalism Today and Reporting Fundamentals in the fall semester, and Collaborative Studio Lab I - The Job in the winter semester. The remaining courses will be selected from whichever co-major discipline you select. For more information on Digital Journalism courses, please consult the UWindsor undergraduate calendar.

    Financial Aid
    In addition to the University's entrance awards, some students qualify for the Outstanding Scholars Program, which matches excellent students with top researching professors. In their first year, candidates receive $750 per semester. Outstanding Scholar Candidates meet regularly and are mentored throughout first year. To qualify to compete for entrance into the Outstanding Scholars program, candidates must achieve a minimum of 85% at the end of first year. Students who enter the Outstanding Scholars program in second year will work closely with faculty on academic research projects. They will also receive an honorarium of $1,500 per semester. Apply for more awards using our Awards Search at www.uwindsor.ca/myuwindsor.

    Experiential Learning
    Our program includes Collaborative Studio Labs in each of the four yearshands-on, problem-solving workshops taught by faculty and media professionals. From first year, you will also have the chance to practise and refine your skills by working for on-campus publications, local media and internships. In third year, you will benefit from the incredible opportunity to operate your own digital newsroom.

    Career Tracks
    Journalism Non-government organizations Public affairs for government and the private sector Graduate studies

    Choose UWindsor
    At the University of Windsor, we offer 140 high-quality programs in an international setting. Equally important, you can experience a broad range of opportunities outside the classroom: -  Explore exchange opportunities with dozens of universities around the world. -  Enhance your work experience through co-op programs, internships and paid, research assistantships. -  Student-led organizations play a vital role on campus and in the broader community. -  The diversity of our studentswhere they are from, what they believe and how they thinkwill expand your mind. Our beautiful, compact campus is uniquely located on the boundary between Canada and the U.S. At UWindsor, get the excellent education and exceptional student experience you want without feeling like a number. You wont get lost in the crowd here!

    Admission Requirements
    The OSS Diploma and six Grade 12 U or M courses, including ENG4U, are required. Students must have a minimum average of 75%. Digital Journalism requires an interview and a writing sample or a video project.

    Visit Us
    We look forward to meeting you! Office of Liaison & Student Recruitment
    University of Windsor Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4 Phone: 519-973-7014 Toll-Free (Canada/US): 1-800-864-2860 Email: liaison@uwindsor.ca www.uwindsor.ca/future
    PAC6228 Produced by the Office of Public Affairs and Communications, University of Windsor 2012

    Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences


    Digital Journalism University of Windsor Windsor, Ontario N9B 3P4 Phone: 519-253-3000 ext. 2359 Fax: 519-973-7094 Email: djourna@uwindsor.ca

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