This course equips students with the skills to harness data for compelling storytelling in journalism. Covering the entire process from understanding and finding data to cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting it, learners will explore techniques for creating data-driven narratives. The course includes essential topics like data visualization, interactive journalism, and the ethical and legal considerations in data reporting. Students will also engage with real-world case studies and hands-on projects, using tools and software commonly used in the field. By the end, students will be able to create impactful, data-driven stories that resonate with audiences.