Journalism and Latin American and Caribbean Studies (MA)

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Program Description

In NYU Journalism’s Global & Joint Program Studies, students gain rigorous journalistic training alongside in-depth contextual study of a specific region or culture in a joint MA degree with one of eight internationally focused master’s programs. With just 15 students per cohort and exposure and training in myriad media platforms, Global and Joint Program Studies students graduate with a fluency in journalistic methods and an exceptionally rich base of knowledge in a region or culture.

Admissions

All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include:

• Academic Transcripts
• Test Scores (if required)
• Applicant Statements
• Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
• Letters of Recommendation, and
• A non-refundable application fee.

See Journalism for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Program Requirements

Course List

Course	Title	Credits
Major Requirements
Journalism
JOUR-GA 1021	Writing/Report Wkshp I	4
JOUR-GA 1022	Writing/Report Wkshp II	4
JOUR-GA 1299	Directed Reading (complete Master's thesis while enrolled)	2
Latin American and Caribbean Studies
LATC-GA 1001	Intro Lat Am & Carib I: Iberian-Atl & Colonial	4
LATC-GA 2001	Intro Lat Am & Carib II: Hemispheric & Postcol	4
Electives
Three Journalism electives (at least two reporting-oriented)		12
Four area studies electives		16
Total Credits		46

Additional Program Requirements

Master's Thesis

Students must complete a Master's thesis while enrolled in JOUR-GA 1299 Directed Reading.

Research Paper

Students in this program must also complete a separate 20-page paper for CLACS in addition to the Journalism master’s project.

Sample Plan of Study

Plan of Study Grid

1st Semester/Term		Credits
JOUR-GA 1021	Writing/Report Wkshp I	4
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 1		4
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 2		4
	Credits	12
2nd Semester/Term
JOUR-GA 1022	Writing/Report Wkshp II	4
JOUR-GA 1182	Specialized Reporting: (Journalism Elective 1)	4
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 3		4
	Credits	12
3rd Semester/Term
JOUR-GA 1182	Specialized Reporting: (Journalism Elective 2)	4
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 4		4
JOUR-GA 1182	Specialized Reporting: (Journalism Elective 3)	4
	Credits	12
4th Semester/Term
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 5		4
Latin America and Caribbean Studies Course 6		4
JOUR-GA 1299	Directed Reading	2
	Credits	10
	Total Credits	46

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:

1. Write clear, accurate and engaging prose in an audience-appropriate manner.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking, independence, and creativity.
3. Interview subjects, conduct research, and evaluate information.
4. Work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity.
5. Explore concepts key to international affairs, with specific focus on South and Central America and the Caribbean.

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