The MA in Data Journalism is a cutting edge course designed to give you the interactive and multiplatform skills needed to work within a growing number of jobs in the media and beyond. Studying under internationally renowned course leaders in a city with a vibrant cultural sector, you’ll learn exciting new skills in data journalism and interactive storytelling across a range of contexts, from mobile-first data journalism on social platforms, to practising data driven journalism within online and broadcast newsroom contexts. This practical course is designed to help you respond to work within a range of data journalism roles, from sourcing data, to investigating leads, and communicating your stories in new, engaging ways, in a range of newsroom contexts

The course focuses on developing graduates at the cutting edge of contemporary professional practice, with a critical knowledge of the field leading practical application. In addition to specific technical skills, students will also develop highly employable qualities in adapting to new technologies, and work towards building their contacts and reputation in the field. Opportunities to work with industry clients often lead to employment or the establishing of new enterprises. Students can choose to undertake an industry placement of 72 hours, work with a client on a project or research entrepreneurship in practice. Previous students have undertaken placements or projects with clients including the BBC, Centaur magazines, ITV News, the Birmingham Mail, Manchester Evening News, Birmingham City Council, Oxfam, arts and cultural organisations, and the Centre for Investigative Journalism.