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Journalism and Law JD/MAStudents earn two degrees, generally in four years.Journalists and lawyers today find that legal and journalism knowledge and skills are an increasingly important part of their professional work. Missouri's dual degree program in Journalism and Law is designed to give students the career edge by providing a solid understanding of the theories and practices of both fields. This program is also ideal preparation for the rapidly growing field of public affairs management, in which practitioners work in business, government and nonprofits to communicate with key audiences.
The Missouri School of Journalism has earned a worldwide reputation for its exceptional program. The foundation of the school is the Missouri Method, in which students learn about journalism not only through lectures and discussions but also by practicing it. Juris Doctorate from the School of Law (JD) MU's School of Law offers a comprehensive legal education taught by nearly 40 acclaimed scholars and teachers. It is a world leader in the study and teaching of alternative methods of dispute resolution, such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration, and offers a wide variety of clinical, internship and skill development opportunities. Benefits: As a student enrolled in the MA/JD dual degree program, you will enjoy many benefits during and after enrollment:
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CareersDual degree students have much broader career options after graduation because they are qualified as professionals in journalism and law. As journalists, MA/JD program graduates have integrated journalism and law skills, education and experience to cover court proceedings, law and government, and to bring greater depth and sophistication to the coverage of traditional beats, such as civil rights, crime and the environment. Organizations, government leaders and policy-makers are searching for individuals with skills in law, policy analysis and communication expertise. As lawyers, graduates will have the skills to communicate more effectively in the practice of law, regardless of their field, as well as unique qualifications and insights for media and communications-related practices. Applying to the ProgramThose interested can apply to the program online via the Web sites of the Missouri School of Journalism or the School of Law. Students must apply to each program separately and meet the admissions requirements for each. Applicants must take the LSAT (for law) and GRE (for journalism) to be considered for admission. The GRE requirement is waived for Walter Williams Scholars who meet admissions requirements for graduate study in journalism. Other Journalism-Law ProgramsThe Master's Model in Law and Conflict Resolution This program allows Journalism master's students who seek careers as reporters and editors to develop particular expertise in covering legal issues. It also provides a greater understanding of the legal environment of the media if they are preparing for careers in media management or strategic communications. This model requires 15 hours of law and conflict resolution core and elective credits, including courses at the School of Law. The PhD Minor in Law and Conflict Resolution This program allows Journalism doctoral students interested in teaching and researching journalism, law and conflict in a journalism school or a communication department to specialize in law and conflict resolution. The minor requires 15 credits, including both core courses and at least six credit hours of electives at the School of Law. It appears on the student's transcript. The JD/PhD Degree This degree helps students who are seeking careers as professors of journalism, communication or law by giving them the capacity to earn a law degree and doctorate from Missouri in less time - and for less cost - than if they pursued both degrees separately. Both programs contain a rigorous curriculum of theory and practice-based study. Students take doctoral seminars on research and writing for the Journalism PhD degree. |
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Depending on the course of study you choose, it is possible to complete the program in less time and for less money while at the same time achieving greater value in the practice than if you earned the degrees separately.