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Data Journalism - MA / PgCert

Birmingham City University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed for individuals who want to specialize in data journalism, a rapidly growing field that combines traditional journalism skills with the analysis and visualization of complex data sets. Students will learn how to find, analyze, and present data-driven stories, as well as how to use various tools and technologies to tell these stories effectively. The course will cover topics such as data mining, data visualization, and interactive storytelling, with a focus on practical applications in real-world settings. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in a variety of media outlets, including newspapers, magazines, television, and online news sites.

Additional Information

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical assignments. Students will have access to state-of-the-art data journalism tools and software, as well as opportunities to work on real-world projects and collaborate with industry professionals. The program is designed to be flexible, allowing students to tailor their learning to their individual interests and career goals.

Join a prestigious institution for journalism education and gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the rapidly evolving field of data journalism.

Birmingham City University is a leading institution for journalism education in the UK, with a strong reputation for producing highly skilled and innovative journalists. The university's location in the heart of Birmingham provides access to a vibrant media scene, with opportunities to network and learn from industry professionals. Additionally, the course is taught by experienced journalists and academics who are at the forefront of data journalism research and practice.

Why You Should Study This Course

The MA in Data Journalism is a cutting-edge course designed to give you the interactive storytelling skills needed to work within a growing number of jobs in the media and beyond. The course has relationships with The Telegraph, Haymarket magazines, Reach newspapers (formerly Trinity Mirror) in the UK, La Nacion in Argentina and Convoca in Peru, as well as a number of other organizations covering broadcast, online, and print data journalism, all of which are keen to bring in the skills that you will be developing on the course. You should indicate on your application in you wish to be considered for opportunities with those organizations during the course. Studying under internationally renowned course leaders in a city with a vibrant cultural sector, and with access to a range of media organizations, youll learn exciting new skills in data journalism and interactive storytelling across a range of contexts, from mobile-first data journalism on social platforms, to practicing data-driven journalism within online and broadcast newsroom contexts. Partnerships with newspaper, magazine, online, and broadcast organizations provide unique opportunities for students to build contacts and experience and work on live projects.

General Eligibility

You should have a 2:1 or higher in a related discipline from any UK university.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
For international students, you should have attained IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

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