Biomedical Journalism

This program offered jointly by the Department of Biology and Department of Journalism and Mass Communication is designed to train journalists with a special background and expertise in biomedical sciences. Specialty training in print, broadcast and web journalism are available.

Admission to the program in Biomedical Journalism must be granted by both departments. Graduate Record Examination scores (general aptitude) are required from each applicant. Admission to the joint program for applicants without a background major in biomedical sciences (or the equivalent) will be conditional pending completion of certain basic undergraduate courses in biology.

A total of 42 points is required for this degree: 22 points (five courses) are required journalism courses; 20 points (five courses) are required biology courses. Additional elective courses in either journalism or biology will be permitted if approved by the student's advisors from both departments. Additional information on this program is available from the Coordinator of Student Advisement.

For the most up-to-date information, please check the Student Handbook.