Program Overview

Master of Science Journalism

The Master of Science Journalism is a program offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Philosophy at the University of Leipzig.

Program Structure

The program is divided into four semesters, with a focus on theoretical and practical knowledge in journalism.

###First semester In the first semester, students take modules in:

• Foundations of Digital Journalism
• How journalism works (journalistic methods)
• Introduction to Computer Science
• Foundations of Social Research
• Analysis Methods 1

Second semester

In the second semester, students take modules in:

• Organization and Development in Digital Journalism
• Narrativity in Journalism
• Voluntary internship (internship)
• Data Collection Methods
• Analysis Methods 2

Third semester

In the third semester, students take modules in:

• Innovation Project
• Voluntary work (internship)
• Current Trends in Digital Journalism
• Database Systems I
• Foundations of Machine Learning
• Methods and Applications in Digital Humanities
• Research Project 1

Fourth semester

In the fourth semester, students take modules in:

• Journalism Standards
• Research Project II

Study Documents

The program's study documents, including the examination and study regulations, module descriptions, and study schedule, are available online.

Examination Regulations

The examination regulations outline the requirements and procedures for completing the program.

Study Regulations

The study regulations provide an overview of the program's structure and content.

Module Descriptions

The module descriptions provide detailed information on each module's content, learning objectives, and assessment methods.

Study Schedule

The study schedule outlines the program's timeline and important deadlines.

Program Structure (Unofficial Document)

A detailed overview of the program's structure is available as an unofficial document.

Examination Plan (Excerpt from Examination Regulations)

An excerpt from the examination regulations outlining the program's examination plan is available online.