MSC

In the era of the digital revolution, information and communication are transforming at an unprecedented pace. The growth of the internet, the dynamics of social networks, and the expansion of multimedia have radically reshaped how citizens produce, share, and consume information. Traditional forms of journalism – print press, radio, television – now coexist with new digital media outlets that set the public agenda and redefine the role of the journalist.

The MSc in “Journalism and New Media”  at the national and Kapodistrian University of Athens-NKUA is an innovative academic proposal designed to meet the demands of today's communication landscape. It focuses on studying the rapid changes in the media sector, exploring their political, social, cultural, and technological implications.

Objectives and Philosophy of the Program

The goal of the MA program is to cultivate an interdisciplinary and holistic approach to the study of journalism and communication by integrating theory, research, and practical application. The program offers courses focusing on media operations, research and documentation techniques, news content writing and editing, as well as digital communication practices.

At the same time, it examines how technological advancements transform the structure and function of media, preparing students for the demands of the modern digital ecosystem. Students are trained both in traditional journalistic skills, such as documentation and professional ethics, and in the new, specialized cutting-edge skills required by the contemporary digital environment, including combating disinformation and utilizing algorithmic tools.

The program aims to shape professionals and researchers who perceive the role of media not merely as tools for information, but as mechanisms that shape the public sphere and enhance democratic participation.

Structure and content of studies

The MSc program offers a combination of theoretical courses and laboratory seminars, covering subject areas such as:

• Modern Communication Systems and Media
• Journalistic Research and Documentation
• Multimedia Content Production
• Journalism with Information Analysis
• Media Law, Ethics, and Transparency
• Social Media and Public Communication
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Digital Media

Important Curriculum Update:

Starting from the academic year 2026-2027, the program is being modernized and further enriched, introducing new elective courses that align with the latest international trends:

• Data Journalism
• Artificial Intelligence and Journalism (AI & Journalism)
• News Verification Methods (Fact-Checking)
• Science Journalism
• English for Journalism Studies

Teaching is consistently enhanced through workshops, participation in research projects, and collaborations with news media outlets and communication organizations.

Learning Objectives and Expected Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Understand in depth the complex and evolving environment of modern news media.
• Apply advanced techniques in journalistic research, writing, and content publication across multiple platforms.
• Analyze social, political, economic, and scientific developments with scientific accuracy and journalistic responsibility.
• Creatively utilize digital tools, artificial intelligence, data analysis, and new communication technologies.
• Identify, cross-reference, and filter fake news using modern fact-checking methods.
• Act with professionalism, ethics, an international orientation, and social sensitivity.
• Innovate in information dissemination by proposing new forms of storytelling and communication.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the MA program can pursue careers across a wide range of professional fields:

• Journalism (print, broadcast, and digital media in Greece and abroad)
• Communication, public relations, and press offices for scientific/technological institutions
• Digital content management, data journalism, and social media strategy
• Information verification agencies (fact-checking organizations)
• Research and academic careers in the field of media and communication
• Consulting services for organizations and institutions dealing with news, political communication, or social innovation.

A Program for the Future of Journalism

The MSc porgram in "Journalism and New Media" is a contemporary academic framework that combines theoretical grounding with practical specialization. With the new course additions for the academic year 2026-2027, it seeks to shape professional journalists and communication researchers capable of meeting the challenges of the new digital era, substantially contributing to the formation of a responsible, pluralistic, and technologically informed public sphere. This program does not limit itself to studying the present; it actively prepares for the future of information and democracy in the digital age.