We are pleased to announce the publication of the iStream Syllabi, a key result of the iStream Erasmus+ project, designed to support the integration of immersive journalism into higher education programmes.
The syllabi are now available in English and in the languages of the project partnership, ensuring accessibility and adaptability across different national and institutional contexts.
A Core Result of the iStream Project
The iStream Syllabi represent one of the main results of the project.
They provide a comprehensive, structured, and ready-to-use educational framework for designing and delivering courses in immersive journalism.
Developed through collaborative work among project partners, the syllabi translate research, pedagogical innovation, and industry needs into practical teaching tools.
Who Are the iStream Syllabi For?
The iStream Syllabi are designed for:
- Higher education institutions seeking to modernise media and journalism curricula
- Educators and trainers in journalism, media, communication, and digital fields
- Curriculum developers and instructional designers
- Training providers and lifelong learning organisations
- Media professionals and organisations interested in education and upskilling
They are flexible and scalable, allowing integration into Bachelor, Master, and specialised training programmes.
Structure of the iStream Syllabi
The iStream Syllabi are organised into a comprehensive programme structure that combines theory, practice, and applied research.
Part 1 – Programme Overview
This section introduces the Immersive Journalism Study Programme and its vision, covering key thematic areas such as immersive journalism foundations, media law, ethics, digital storytelling, immersive technologies, UX/UI, and research methods.
Part 2 – Teaching and Learning Integration
This section explains how the syllabi align with Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), and how they can be effectively implemented in teaching and learning contexts.
Part 3 – Bachelor Syllabi
This section includes a full set of modules designed for undergraduate programmes, such as:
- Foundations of Immersive Journalism
- Media Law, Ethics and Politics
- Digital Storytelling and Narrative Design
- Immersive Media Psychology
- Multimedia Design and Production
- UX/UI for Immersive Media
- Research Methods
- Design Thinking and Project Management
- Immersive Technologies in Practice
- Marketing and Fundraising for Immersive Media
- Capstone Project and Thesis
Part 4 – Master Syllabi
This section presents advanced modules tailored for postgraduate education, building on the same structure with deeper technical, analytical, and research-oriented components.
Why the iStream Syllabi Matter
The iStream Syllabi respond to a growing need in higher education by bridging the gap between traditional journalism education and emerging immersive technologies.
They enable institutions to:
- Integrate VR, AR, and immersive storytelling into curricula
- Adopt innovative, practice-based teaching approaches
- Equip students with future-ready skills
- Align programmes with industry developments and digital transformation
The iStream Syllabi are available in multiple languages to support accessibility and uptake across the partner countries.
You can download the different versions below: