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MS Journalism at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Science is the foundational degree of Columbia Journalism School, centred on deep reporting from the first day. Students present work through audio, video, photography, data visualisation and writing, and may apply to the Stabile Investigative or Documentary specialisations.

Faculty: Columbia Journalism School  |  Duration: 9.5 months full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Students take reporting modules, a 7-week Written Word module, an Image & Sound module (audio, data, photo or video), a 7-week Investigative Techniques module, Journalism Essentials classes (law, ethics, history, business), two 15-week spring seminar and production courses, and a Master's Project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants typically have zero to three years of experience. Required: official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, writing test, general essays on personal and professional interests, resume, journalistic or written work samples, and proof of English proficiency for non-native speakers (TOEFL iBT minimum 6 on the 1-6 scale or 114 on the 0-120 scale; IELTS minimum 8). No GRE required. No application fee. Stabile investigative and documentary applicants also submit a specialization essay.

Duration: 9.5 months full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://journalism.columbia.edu/admissions

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