Future‑proof skill‑set
Courses such as Data Journalism, Algorithms, AI in Content Production and New Business Models & AI teach students to source, clean, analyse and visualise large, heterogeneous datasets while staying alert to ethical, legal and societal implications.
Bridging newsroom & lab
Live newsroom simulations, cross‑border data investigations and a 30‑ECTS Master’s Thesis ensure that every graduate can translate computational insights into compelling public‑interest stories.
Global outlook
Collaboration with Columbia University brings guest faculty, joint workshops and exposure to international best practice, preparing students to lead in multilingual, multicultural media environments.
Program Information
SEMESTER | FOCUS | ECTS | COMPONENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
1 (Winter) | Foundations of computational journalism & AI | 30 | Introductory theory, Python labs, project‑based coursework |
2 (Spring) | Advanced tools, cross‑border applications & business models | 30 | Data‑driven story production, algorithm design, product development sprints |
3 (Summer/Autumn) | Independent Master’s Thesis | 30 | Original research or investigative project accompanied by a public defence |
90 ECTS(full‑time) |
Up to 20 per year, maintaining a low student‑to‑faculty ratio.
Eligible backgrounds
Journalism, Communication, Social & Political Sciences, Computer Science, Data/Information Technology, Humanities and related fields (Greek or recognised foreign degrees).
English requirement
C2‑level certification or proof of previous full‑time study in an Anglophone system. Selection weights academic record, disciplinary relevance, research or professional experience, references and interview performance.
Data / computational journalists in international newsrooms
Investigative reporters specialising in cross‑border, data‑centric projects
AI & automation editors and product managers
Data analysts or communication strategists in NGOs, tech firms and consultancies
Researchers or PhD candidates in media innovation, human‑centred AI and information science.
