The Master of Science will offer a distinctive approach to knowledge and innovation in media fields, an approach rooted in the rigor of professional journalism—with its emphasis on empowered knowledge acquisition, empirical verification, and storytelling in the public interest—but one keenly attuned to emerging, data-driven technologies and their potential. The program capitalizes on the revolution in data storytelling and computational methods in media work; the rapid evolution in video, animation, and augmented/virtual reality technologies; and social networks and digital analytics. Our graduates will be prepared to become leaders in media firms and outlets engaged with cutting-edge technologies and innovative digital startups, as well as a broad range of media and communications organizations across the rapidly evolving digital economy.
- Concentrations and course offerings may vary by campus and/or by program modality. Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for the course availability each term at your campus or within your program modality.
- Certain options within the program may be required at certain campuses or for certain program modalities. Please consult with your advisor or admissions coach for requirements at your campus or for your program modality.
Core Requirements
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| ARTG 5330 | Visualization Technologies 1: Fundamentals | 4 |
| JRNL 6306 | Media Innovation Studio 1 | 4 |
| JRNL 6307 | Media Innovation Studio 2 | 4 |
| JRNL 6340 | Fundamentals of Digital Journalism | 4 |
| JRNL 6341 | Telling Your Story with Data | 4 |
Electives
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 16 |
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
36 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required
