Journalism, Master
Master
In Harvard (USA)
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Harvard (USA)
About
Key learning outcomes
Through the graduate degree in the field of Journalism at Harvard University you:
Master the latest reporting, writing, and technical skills for traditional and digital media.
Build greater confidence surrounding multimedia communication, identifying and pitching stories, and connecting with editors.
Learn techniques for conducting incisive interviews, gathering salient information, and writing compelling narratives with clarity and style.
Build knowledge of the legal requirements and ethical responsibilities in journalism.
Develop deeper understanding in a focused topic area or beat, such as American politics, international security, environmental policy, and world religions.
Complement your journalism coursework with marketing and professional communications courses to prepare for a career in business, nonprofit management, development, or fundraising, because all industries need to tell compelling stories.
Program overview
The master’s degree includes 12 courses, with at least one on campus.
Get started. You begin by completing two stipulated degree courses as outlined on the degree requirements page. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and ability to perform well as a Harvard student.
Apply to the program. While you are completing your second degree course, you submit your application. We have application cycles in the fall, spring, and summer.
Continue your studies, online and on campus. As you progress through the program, you choose from courses offered on campus or online all year round, in the fall, spring, or summer. You are required to take at least one course on campus. Weekend options available.
Complete your capstone project. You complete a significant journalism project under the direction of a professional in the field. You'll conduct a topical investigation and create a portfolio of publishable work that can include short digital media pieces, as well as longer news or magazine articles.
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English Language Requirements You only need to take one of these language tests: TOEFL iBT ® TOEFL®PBT IELTS Minimum required score: 0120 100 The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ® . Schedule TOEFL® Minimum required score: 310677 600 The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom...
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Subjects
- Media
- Writing
- Project
- Options
Course programme
The Master of Liberal Arts, Journalism degree field consists of 12 courses, with one required on-campus course. Weekend options are available.
12 Graduate Courses
The journalism program is customizable. Within the program curriculum, you choose the journalism and general electives that support your personal learning goals.- Proseminar
- Feature Writing
- News Reporting for the Web, Print, and Other Platforms
- The Constitution and the Media
- 3 Journalism electives
- 4 General electives
- Journalism capstone
Journalism, Master