Bloomington,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Media - Data journalism in Bloomington United States | Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana University Bloomington
|
Bloomington United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,748
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Develop expertise in crafting narratives with data science tools and technologies. The data journalism specialization equips you with coding skills, data visualization techniques, ethical considerations, interview methods, journalistic research approaches, machine learning, and web scraping. This cross-disciplinary program, offered jointly with the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, enables you to enhance your abilities and understanding to supplement your current educational background, readying you for careers in news organizations and creative environments that value data science proficiency and numerical literacy alongside storytelling and concept development. Similar to other Media School journalism programs, IU's data journalism maintains a robust focus on writing and visual storytelling. You'll undertake at least one internship during this program, with faculty support to jumpstart your professional journey. This specialization provides sought-after competencies that distinguish you in the field. Whether pursuing roles as an investigative journalist, data specialist, or interactive content creator, you'll acquire the analytical tools to present data-driven stories thoroughly and responsibly.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
At least a B (3.0) average in the major over the last two years of an undergraduate program, or professional equivalency.
GRE scores from the last 5 years.
Statement of purpose: Tell us about your career direction and goals.
Three letters of recommendation: Requests for references should be sent through the online application.
An academic writing sample or creative portfolio.
Paper TOEFL score greater than 600, computer-based TOEFL score greater than 250, or Internet-based TOEFL score greater than 100 for international students.
Applications from students who have not majored in media or communication areas at the bachelor's level are welcomed. If admitted, these students may be required to take supplementary courses.
At least a B (3.0) average in the major over the last two years of an undergraduate program, or professional equivalency.
GRE scores from the last 5 years.
Statement of purpose: Tell us about your career direction and goals.
Three letters of recommendation: Requests for references should be sent through the online application.
An academic writing sample or creative portfolio.
Paper TOEFL score greater than 600, computer-based TOEFL score greater than 250, or Internet-based TOEFL score greater than 100 for international students.
Applications from students who have not majored in media or communication areas at the bachelor's level are welcomed. If admitted, these students may be required to take supplementary courses.
Tuition
USD
30,748