BS in Artificial Intelligence and Journalism
The BS in Artificial Intelligence and Journalism combined major (Khoury College and the College of Media, Arts and Design) will prepare you to understand and apply AI to uncover impactful stories and create engaging, relevant journalism. You will learn to build and critically evaluate intelligent systems as you explore the principles, practices, and ethics of journalism. When you graduate, you’ll be able to harness machine learning, data visualization, and large-scale information retrieval to power effective investigative reporting.
Program details
A degree in AI and journalism combines artificial intelligence expertise with storytelling, preparing you with a unique skill set for the evolving media and technology landscape. Career prospects include:
- AI journalist/AI beat reporter
- Computational journalist
- Investigative data reporter
- AI content strategist
- Machine learning reporter
- News product manager (AI/automation)
- AI ethics reporter
Students in this combined major have opportunities to build on their classroom learning in industry settings through co-ops. Recent related co-op experiences include:
- Technical writer at Amazon Robotics
- Editorial assistant at Tech Target
- IT documentation and training co-op at Akamai Technologies, Inc.
- Communications assistant at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Gain hands-on experience and make exciting discoveries as you collaborate on research projects with dynamic, engaged professors. Some of our research areas include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Games
- Human-centered computing
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Apply design principles to construct software systems of varying complexity.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for effective and secure computing practice.
- Apply data science theory, methods, and tools to translate data into clear, actionable insights.
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Applications and admissions
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Pursuing a world-class education is an investment in your future. It’s also one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Visit our Undergraduate Admissions site to find current Northeastern University costs. You can also estimate the cost of your degree using our College Cost Estimator or Net Price Calculator.
Northeastern University offers a range of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help you fund your education. You’ll receive an initial financial aid package that outlines your options after admission. Once you enroll, Khoury College has multiple scholarship opportunities for current students to continue supporting your studies. We also encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal aid and loans.
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The BS in Artificial Intelligence and Journalism program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Arts, Media and Design.
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In our PlusOne accelerated master’s programs, you can start earning your master’s degree while you are still pursuing your undergraduate studies.