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JournalismAI Discovery Course (LSE Polis / Google News Initiative)

Run by JournalismAI / Polis

OnlineOnline (global)Self-paced; five interactive modules, available anytimeFreeOpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>JournalismAI Discovery is a free introductory online course on the use of artificial intelligence in journalism. It is organised by the JournalismAI team at POLIS, the journalism think-tank at the London School of Economics and Political Science, with support from the Google News Initiative.</p><ul><li>Six written modules delivered weekly to participants' inbox</li><li>No maths or programming required – suitable for complete beginners and as a refresher for those familiar with AI principles</li><li>Covers what AI is, how it is currently used in journalism, starting an AI project, data fundamentals, and pitfalls</li><li>Combines self-study with a collaborative Slack community of course-takers worldwide</li><li>Free certificate of completion on finishing all six modules</li></ul><p>Applications open periodically for each cohort; subscribe to the JournalismAI newsletter for announcements and sign-up details.</p>

Who can apply

Open to everyone; no prerequisites

How to apply

Start the free Discovery Lab: Foundation course on the JournalismAI Discovery Lab website and work through its five modules at your own pace.

What you get

Certificate

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by JournalismAI / Polis.

Who can apply?+

Open to everyone; no prerequisites

Is it paid?+

Free to apply. No participant fees.

How do I apply?+

Start the free Discovery Lab: Foundation course on the JournalismAI Discovery Lab website and work through its five modules at your own pace.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 29 September 2026