The Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication at Stony Brook University’s School of Communication and Journalism equips students to become informed consumers of news and effective communicators. The program explores the creation, distribution, and effects of messages in media and society. Students investigate real-world mass communication cases, participate in research, and develop practical messaging skills in advanced production facilities. Required courses include Introduction to Mass Media, Media Writing, History of Mass Communication, Law & Ethics, and either Methods of Media Criticism & Theory or Mass Communication Research Methods & Theory. Electives cover topics such as media and identity, science communication, and internships. Students must complete an interdisciplinary concentration (9 upper-division credits) and meet all Stony Brook Curriculum (SBC) requirements. The degree emphasizes analytical, research, and practical production skills, preparing graduates for media careers or further study. 来源： https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/journalism/undergraduate-students/ug_program_comparison.php