JOUR 460

Fall 2026 All Classes

All Classes

Credit: 1 TO 4 hours.

A changing array of special projects, research or reading in journalism.

Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. 1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. May be repeated if topics vary.

JOUR 460 class schedule data for fall 2026
Status CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
3
10470
Independent Study
ARRANGED
n.a.
Location Pending
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/24/26-12/09/26
Special Approval:
Instructor Approval Required
Section Info:
In order to register for this course, students need to complete an Independent Study Form. Media Undergraduates should complete this form: https://go.illinois.edu/IndependentStudy. Media Graduate students should complete this form: https://go.illinois.edu/GradIndependentStudy. All students must complete all sections of the form before it can be submitted for review by their participating instructor. Once the form has been reviewed and approved by the department, the student will receive further registration information from the College of Media Student Services Center.
3
59956
Online
BDJ
ARRANGED
n.a.
n.a.
Houston, B
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Part of Term:
A
Date Range:
08/24/26-10/16/26
Credit:
4 hours
Section Title:
Basics of Data Journalism
Section Info:
Data analysis and visualization have become integral parts of journalism. This class will introduce you to the basics of data journalism, including finding and downloading data and using spreadsheets and database manager software for news stories. Students will work with local and national data and learn how to combine their data analysis with interviews and field work to produce meaningful stories. Non-Degree seeking students may enroll on a space-available basis with consent of the department. To request enrollment, please email journ@illinois.edu
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Journalism major(s). Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
3
60619
Online
HSJ
ARRANGED
n.a.
n.a.
Garza, M
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Date Range:
10/19/26-11/15/26
Credit:
1 hours
Section Title:
History of Science Journalism
Section Info:
This course provides specialized knowledge about the historical roots and evolution of science journalism, offering an essential foundation to practitioners. From early twentieth century publishers who saw the popularization of science knowledge as critical to democracy, to Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring and beyond, the course critically examines pathbreakers, icons, and classic works pivotal to the field’s development. Science journalism’s historical impact, including important regulatory reforms that changed business and the economy, and benefitted the consuming public, are also studied. Non-Degree seeking students may enroll on a space-available basis with consent of the department. To request enrollment, please email journ@illinois.edu. Upon approval, students will then need to complete an application through the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning to obtain permission to register: https://apps.citl.illinois.edu/non-degree-registration/NonDegreeStudents/Home
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Journalism major(s). Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
3
68674
Online
HSV
ARRANGED
n.a.
n.a.
Davis, A
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/24/26-12/09/26
Credit:
4 hours
Section Title:
Humanizing Science/Video Story
Section Info:
Today’s media consumers are increasingly reliant on visual stories. This class guides students in how to turn reporting on science research into an effective video story. Students will have a better understanding of how to structure a visual story for greater impact. Students will learn how to use video to not only expand their storytelling, but also expand their audience. Non-Degree seeking students may enroll on a space-available basis with consent of the department. To request enrollment, please email journ@illinois.edu. Upon approval, students will then need to complete an application through the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning to obtain permission to register: https://apps.citl.illinois.edu/non-degree-registration/NonDegreeStudents/Home
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Journalism major(s). Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
3
70479
Online
SAR
ARRANGED
n.a.
n.a.
Ball, C
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Date Range:
08/24/26-09/20/26
Credit:
1 hours
Section Title:
Comm Science/Augmented Reality
Section Info:
Communicating Science with Augmented Reality: This course provides an overview of augmented reality (AR) technology, what makes it important, how it has been used in science communication, and the social-psychological/educational impacts of AR. Students will gain hands-on experience with science-related AR, conceptualize their own AR science experiences, learn how to find/use/create 3D models for science communication, and create an AR science experience using AR software. No prior AR design experience is required. Non-Degree seeking students may enroll on a space-available basis with consent of the department. To request enrollment, please email journ@illinois.edu. Upon approval, students will then need to complete an application through the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning to obtain permission to register: https://apps.citl.illinois.edu/non-degree-registration/NonDegreeStudents/Home
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Journalism major(s). Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
3
33207
Online
WT
ARRANGED
n.a.
n.a.
King, C
Availability:
Open (Restricted)
Part of Term:
B
Date Range:
10/19/26-12/09/26
Credit:
2 hours
Section Title:
Writing for Television
Section Info:
Fundamentals of writing for broadcast, cable and streaming newscasts. Teaches students how to write anchor copy, news reads, taped packages and breaking news on deadline.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Journalism major(s). Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
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