- Master of Science in Computational and Data Journalism at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- MSc Computational and Data Journalism is a cutting-edge programme based at one of the UK’s leading Journalism Schools.
- This program draws upon the distinctive strengths of two of Cardiff University’s leading Schools i.e. School of Journalism, Media and Culture, and the School of Computer Science and Informatics.
- The course has a strong focus on the practical application of the skills acquired to practice data-driven investigative journalism.
- This program develops knowledge and skills in journalism, data analysis, computer coding, and digital development.
- It is a combination of lectures, seminars, and workshops to develop student's skills in an open, discussion-driven environment.
- The course is structured in three phases – foundation, application, and specialization, dissertation - to support students in the development of skills and knowledge in the key aspects of the course.
- The first semester teaches students the basics of computing: learning how to program in Python, and how to create rich interactive web applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- The second semester presents a chance for specialization, with the ability to select optional modules focused on student’s own specialist interests.
- Students will be taught through a variety of formal lectures, practical exercises, and individual or group projects which replicate an industry environment.
- The School of Computer Science and Informatics is a research-led school in one of the UK’s premier universities with a reputation for excellent teaching and internationally accomplished research activities.