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Digital Storytelling Graduate Certificate
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Why Earn a Graduate Certificate in Digital Storytelling at Sacred Heart University?
Story drives connection, and in today’s digital-first world, the ability to craft and share compelling narratives across platforms is a powerful professional advantage. At Sacred Heart University, the digital storytelling graduate certificate equips you with the creative, technical, and strategic skills to bring stories to life in meaningful, measurable ways.
Required Courses | 9 credits
Choose CM 614 or CM 600
The Power of the Image: The objectives of this course are to help the student develop the photographic skills and insights necessary to create powerful images. The goal of the class is to prepare the student to work in the professional world of photography. Emphasis will be placed on making strong visual images and developing a photo essay. This process will encompass everything from preparation and research to the actual photography and the importance of editing. Abode software will be the post-production tools used in this class. In addition, discussions will examine the business of photography; the changing digital world; magazine work, and publishing. Students will also be encouraged to create a portfolio that will help them to work within the field.
3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the essentials of social media storytelling, with a strong emphasis on media creation, mobile journalism, and digital content production. In this course students will also explore the social, historical and ethical issues that surround and envelop journalistic storytelling through social media. Students will learn the skills needed to create engaging, platform-specific content.
3.0 Credit(s)
An advanced course in media production. Topics are chosen based on the interests of the MACOMM cohort and in response to changes in the communication and media environment. Course title is shown on the student's transcript.
3.0 Credit(s)
Students will produce a series of news magazine programs. Students will develop story content and format of shows including producing stories, anchoring broadcasts, and learning studio production.
3.0 Credit(s)
Work Toward a Master’s Degree
You will have room to grow. This certificate can serve as a starting point for further graduate study at Sacred Heart University.
Credits earned in the digital storytelling certificate program can be applied toward the Master of Arts in journalism & media production or other graduate programs. That added pathway gives you the chance to begin with a focused credential now, then continue building your academic and professional momentum over time.
If you are thinking about a long-term graduate plan, this certificate offers a practical way to start.
Program Structure
Courses are delivered in eight-week, in-person modules held on weekday evenings.
Learning Outcomes
- Produce professional-quality multimedia content, including video, to communicate personal or professional stories
- Apply storytelling techniques to engage diverse audiences across digital platforms
- Enhance their multimedia capabilities through hands-on practice and mentorship
- Build a portfolio demonstrating narrative and technical skills for career or personal projects
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary based on your current academic status.
SHU Students Enrolled in a Graduate Program
- Must be in good standing
Students Not Enrolled at SHU
- Bachelor’s degree in any area
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Official transcripts
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