ALM Journalism at Harvard University

Gain the writing and digital storytelling skills necessary for success as a journalist or communications professional. In a time of fast-moving information and shifting media landscapes, ethical journalism is more essential than ever. The Journalism Master’s Degree Program helps you build the skills needed to tell impactful stories. Credential: Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies in the field of Journalism.

Faculty: Harvard Extension School (Division of Continuing Education)  |  Duration: 12 courses (11 online) taken part-time  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Spring 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Example courses: Feature Writing: First-Person Stories and Essays; Podcasting; Content Creator Journalism; Commentary and Op-Ed Writing; Telling Stories with Data; Finding and Developing Your Story (precapstone course).

Career pathways

The writing, research, and interview skills our graduates gain are in high demand in the world of media and communication. They are also transferable to many careers in the nonprofit and business sectors.

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