Journalism and Computer Science
The Master of Science in Journalism and Computer Science is a 9 month full time on campus program designed for students aiming to combine technical computing skills with modern journalism practices. The curriculum integrates programming, data analysis, multimedia reporting, and digital communication strategies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how technology enhances journalism and storytelling. Through this program, students develop data analysis skills, computational expertise, digital reporting competencies, and media technology knowledge, preparing them to produce data driven stories, analyze trends, and innovate within the digital media landscape.
This program offers a highly applied learning environment where lectures, workshops, coding labs, and media projects allow students to apply computational methods to real world journalism challenges. Students refine data visualization techniques, interactive storytelling skills, digital content management, and audience analytics through collaborative exercises and applied projects. Graduates are prepared to work in news organizations, media analytics firms, digital content agencies, and technology driven journalism platforms, equipping them to design and implement innovative reporting strategies, leverage data for investigative work, and optimize content distribution across multiple platforms
Key information
Key Facts
- Program Title: Journalism and Computer Science
- Degree Type: Master of Science
- Duration: 9 months
- Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
- Application Deadline: 15 December 2025
- Location: Columbia University, United States
- Field of Study: Computer Sciences
- Language of Instruction: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Journalism and Computer Science
• Introduction to Journalism and Reporting
• Programming and Computational Thinking
• Data Analysis for Media
• Digital Communication and Multimedia
Semester 2 – Advanced Applications and Data Driven Reporting
• Interactive Storytelling and Visualization
• Computational Journalism Techniques
• Seminar in Media Innovation
• Applied Project in Data Journalism
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers at the intersection of journalism and technology, including data journalist, computational media analyst, digital content strategist, investigative reporter with tech expertise, and media data consultant. Graduates are equipped to design data driven stories, develop interactive media projects, analyze audience engagement, and implement innovative digital communication strategies. The program also prepares learners for leadership and advisory roles in newsrooms, media organizations, digital analytics firms, and tech driven journalism platforms, enabling them to influence the future of media with advanced technological and reporting skills.
Why Choose This Program
Students choose this program because it combines journalism expertise, computer science knowledge, data driven reporting, and digital media skills within a 9 month intensive framework. The curriculum emphasizes both practical application and analytical thinking, allowing learners to acquire the competencies necessary to produce innovative, data informed journalism. Graduates gain the confidence, technical expertise, and creative abilities to advance their careers at the intersection of media and technology, creating impactful stories and shaping the evolution of modern journalism.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 212 854 1754
Email: admissions@columbia.edu
Address: University of Columbia, Admissions Office, New York, NY, United States
