- Artificial Intelligence Journalism (AIJD): World’s First Professional Diploma in Artificial Intelligence Journalism Since 2021
- What Do You Know About the World’s First Professional Diploma in Artificial Intelligence Journalism and Media of the Metaverse?
The Professional Diploma: Artificial Intelligence Journalism and Media of the Metaverse (AIJD)
The World’s First Specialized Professional Diploma in This Field Since 2021
Since the official announcement of the Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF) in late 2018, as a global leading academic and applied institution specializing in artificial intelligence, media studies, content creation, and the technologies of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions, the Foundation has played a pioneering role in promoting AI culture and skills across the Arab world and globally.
AIJRF has launched a wide range of professional programs and specialized diplomas targeting diverse audiences, including journalists, content creators, academics, researchers, marketers, government communication professionals, digital transformation officers, educators, healthcare professionals, and other knowledge-based sectors.
Interactive Education Inside the Metaverse
Global media is undergoing a profound transformation driven by artificial intelligence and metaverse technologies, resulting in new professions, skills, and content production models. This transformation requires a new generation of professionals capable of combining technical expertise with intelligent content creation.
In response to this shift, the Artificial Intelligence Journalism and Media of the Metaverse Diploma (AIJD) was launched as the first applied and specialized professional diploma worldwide in this field since 2021. The diploma is delivered in both Arabic and English, with a strong focus on hands-on training through AI platforms and immersive metaverse learning environments.
About the Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF)
The Professional Diploma: Artificial Intelligence Journalism (AIJD) is offered by the Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF), a global academic and applied think tank founded in 2018 in the United Arab Emirates, with a branch office in Virginia, USA.
AIJRF operates across more than 20 countries and brings together a multidisciplinary team of academics, AI specialists, and professional trainers from over 15 countries worldwide.
The Professional Diploma: Artificial Intelligence Journalism (AIJD)
- Program Overview
- The first applied professional diploma globally specialized in Artificial Intelligence Journalism and Media of the Metaverse since 2021.
- Offered every three months in continuously updated editions that incorporate the latest AI tools, platforms, and applications.
- Delivered through interactive digital platforms and AIJRF’s dedicated metaverse training studios, enabling immersive and experiential learning.
The New Cohort
- Registration is currently open for the 18th cohort, starting in January 2026.
- This cohort represents the world’s first fully immersive AI journalism diploma delivered entirely through interactive metaverse-based education.
The Professional Diploma: Artificial Intelligence Journalism (AIJD)
Graduates and Global Impact
Between 2021 and early 2026, the AIJD diploma graduated 17 cohorts from 20 countries, forming a global professional community of AI-powered media practitioners and experts from the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and North America.
Professional Backgrounds of Graduates (as of February 2025)
- 70 university faculty members and academics
- 90 journalists and content creators
- 30 government employees and smart service providers
- 15 university students
- 25 translators and professionals from diverse fields
The total number of graduates exceeds 285 professionals worldwide, including doctors, educators, marketers, government communication officers, and media specialists.
Academic and Applied Specifications
Diploma Duration
- 60 applied training hours
Educational Structure
- 7 specialized courses selected by each participant from 10 available modules
- At least 70 practical AI applications in journalism, media, and content creation
- Assessment based on AI-generated intelligent content
- A comprehensive applied graduation project integrating multiple AI tools and Media of the Metaverse.
Academic Courses and Study Topics
The academic framework of the AIJD diploma provides advanced applied modules that enable participants to master intelligent media tools and digital content production. Key study areas include:
- Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Content Creation
- AI Applications in Newsrooms
- AI and Managing Fake Content and Misinformation
- AI and Big Data Analysis for Media Decision-Making
- AI and Academic Research
- AI & 3D Content Creation
- Media of the Metaverse and Immersive Content Production
- AI and Government Communication Skills
- Applied Graduation Project
Participants gain hands-on experience in developing intelligent media content, immersive virtual media experiences, and AI-driven communication strategies.
A Global Model for Future-Oriented Media Education
The Artificial Intelligence Journalism and Media of the Metaverse Diploma (AIJD) represents a globally advanced educational model for preparing journalists, academics, and content creators capable of leading the future of intelligent media in the era of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions. The diploma continues to strengthen its role as a leading academic and professional platform, producing a global community that drives AI-powered media transformation.
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- About AIJRF
The Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF) is the world’s first specialized research and applied institution dedicated to media studies, artificial intelligence, content creation, and metaverse media. Founded in 2018 in Dubai, UAE, AIJRF manages over 20 global initiatives, including:
- The Artificial Intelligence Journalism World Forum (AIJWF)
- The Global AI Journalism Index (GAIJI)
- The Arab AI in Universities Index (AIU)
- AI skills camps and university challenges
AIJRF has launched more than 120 training programs and professional diplomas across AI-driven content creation, intelligent government services, AI-powered media, metaverse media, education, healthcare, financial services, marketing, and sustainable development.
The Foundation also published the world’s first professional and ethical framework for AI content creation, including:
- The Ethical Guide to Artificial Intelligence Journalism (2021)
- The Professional and Ethical Code for AI in Content Creation (AIJEC) (2024)
- AIJRF operates through three core pillars:
- Academic research, reports, and educational curricula in AI journalism and metaverse media
- Development of AI tools, applications, and solutions for media, education, healthcare, and smart government services
- Advancement of Dynamic Human Skills (DHS) aligned with future skills and emerging technologies