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IECC Transfer Pathway
Broadcasting
Take the mic. The Broadcasting transfer pathway at IECC leads to the Associate in Science and Arts degree and prepares you to transfer to a four-year university for a bachelor's degree in broadcasting or mass media. Learn to write, report, produce, and perform for radio, television, podcasts, and streaming platforms — and graduate ready for careers as a broadcast journalist, on-air talent, producer, podcaster, or digital content creator. Your voice belongs on the air — start training it here.
Core coursesTap to collapse
The classes that define this pathway. General education requirements round out your degree and can be planned with your advisor.
| Requirement | Course(s) | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course | BRD 1101 — Intro to Broadcasting | 3 |
| Core Course | BRD 1207 — Writing for Media | 3 |
| Core Course | BRD 1202 — Broadcast Announcing | 3 |
| Core Course | BRD 2217 — Broadcast Journalism | 3 |
| Core Course | BRD 1204 — Video Production I | 3 |
| Core Course | BRD 1203 — Audio Production | 3 |
About this pathway
The Broadcasting transfer pathway, leading to the Associate in Science and Arts degree, is designed for students who plan to complete foundational coursework at IECC before transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in broadcasting, mass communication, or media studies. The program prepares students to write, produce, and deliver content across radio, television, and digital media platforms in an increasingly connected society. Coursework introduces students to broadcast writing and production, mass communication, and the social, ethical, and legal dimensions of media, while developing skills in on-air performance, digital production, and storytelling. Topics of study include broadcast writing and reporting, audio and video production, media law and ethics, mass communication theory, and emerging media technologies. Graduates who complete a bachelor's degree will have the potential for employment as broadcast journalists, radio and television announcers, producers, video and audio production specialists, podcast and streaming content creators, or media professionals in newsrooms, stations, and digital outlets.
At a glance
Here's how the degree breaks down by credit hours. A typical full-time semester is about 12–15 credit hours, so a 64-credit-hour degree usually takes two years of full-time study.
Recommended electives
| Course | Title | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| BMK 1203 | Advertising | 2 |
| BRD 1208 | Social Media | 3 |
| BRD 1210 | Applied Broadcasting I | 3 |
| BRD 1211 | Applied Broadcasting II | 3 |
| BRD 2212 | Video Production Field | 3 |
| BRD 2215 | Digital Media Management | 3 |
| BRD 2218 | Sports Media | 3 |
| BRD 2219 | Sportscasting | 3 |
| JLM 1111 | Survey of Mass Media | 3 |
| SPE 1111 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
Program notes
- College Orientation (required): FYE 1198 College Success; FYE 1199 Professional Career Development.
- One Human Diversity HD course must be completed.
- One lab science course must be completed.
Course offerings, prerequisites, and transfer requirements may vary. Meet with an IECC advisor before registering each semester to ensure course selections align with academic goals. Students are responsible for consulting with their intended receiving institution to verify transfer requirements and course applicability.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet with an IECC advisor to map out your transfer plan, choose your courses, and stay on track for your bachelor's degree.
Schedule an Advising Meeting