Master’s in Broadcast and Digital Journalism

The Newhouse School believes the pillars of journalism excellence rest in the principles of democracy and citizenship. The broadcast and digital journalism program gives you access to the technology, ideas and skills you need to fulfill one of the most pivotal roles of a free press in a modern democratic society: to help citizens sort fact from fiction in order to make sound decisions about their lives and communities. 

Traditional journalism standards of accuracy and context combine with cutting-edge technology in a program built to prepare you to report on the world. 

An experienced faculty will show you how to turn your commitment to excellence and curiosity into a meaningful career in broadcast and multimedia journalism. 

Broadcast and Digital Journalism Program Fundamentals

The broadcast and digital journalism master’s program is focused on giving you the skills necessary to be a broadcast and digital journalist. During this 13-month program, you will learn how to produce news content accurately for multiple platforms under tight deadlines. This experiential education takes place in a digital newsroom many working journalists would admire.

Who Should Apply to the Broadcast and Digital Journalism Graduate Program?

The broadcast and digital journalism master’s program is for anyone who wants to excel in the fast-paced environment of a 24-hour broadcast newsroom, producing content for television, radio and other multimedia platforms, including those not yet invented. Whether you want to work behind the scenes or in front of a camera, the industry expertise at Newhouse will teach you the skills you need for success. You do not need to have a background in journalism to apply for this program. In fact, work experience in another field, or an alternative course of undergraduate study, may give you an advantage when specializing in certain types of reporting.