Division Chair, Language and Literature
850.769.1551 ext 2887
bmckinnie@gulfcoast.edu
Senior Administrative AssistantBrandon Bowling
850.872.3870
bbowling@gulfcoast.edu
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ACCESS THE PROGRAM ROADMAPJournalism, AA
Do You Have a Passion for Writing and Sharing People's Stories?
An Associate in Arts degree in journalism will prepare you for the production and evaluation of information disseminated through mass media. The track includes study and appreciation of the evolution of the context and technologies of mass media. You will develop fundamental skills in writing for newspapers, magazines, radio and television. You will gain practical skills in desktop publishing through production of the College's literary magazine.
You may continue your formal education toward a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a major in journalism or mass communication, these degrees may allow entry into newspaper and magazine production and information related fields.
Gulf Coast State College is here to help you build a solid foundation that will prepare you to continue your studies at a four-year institution. We offer the necessary prerequisites for the state of Florida university baccalaureate programs.

Journalism Course Requirements
ENC1102, English II
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
MAC1105, College Algebra
MAC2311, Calculus with Analytical Geometry I
MGF1106, Mathematics for Liberal Arts
MGF1107, Survey of Mathematics
STA2023, Statistics
Biological Science
AMH2010, U.S. History I
POS2041, American National Government
AMH2020, U.S. History II
POS2011, State and Local Government or CPO2002, Comparative Government
Select 15 hours:
Electives
Recommended electives:
MMC2100, Writing for Mass Comm
MMC1000, Survey of Mass Communication
PGY2801C, Digital Photography I
PGY2802C, Digital Photography II
What can you do with a Journalism Degree?
In this field, people find careers as:
Financial Writer
Magazine Writer
Travel Journalist
Investigative Writer
Political Reporter
Business Reporter
Feature Reporter
Entertainment Reporter
Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:
University of Central Florida
The University of Tampa

Meet Patti Woodham
"I hold undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Alabama and Auburn University. In 1988, after 20 years in the advertising and marketing business, my first job was a Gulf Coast recruiter. I wrote, directed and produced several recruitment and public relations videos and developed many publications along with sponsoring the College's newspaper, The Gull's Cry. " – Retired English ProfessorAre you ready to Get Started?
Apply to GCSC
Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.
Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.
Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships
There are many options available to help you pay for college. Find out more about scholarships and financial aid at Gulf Coast State College.