MA/PgD/PgC -Specialist Journalism in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff Metropolitan University

The MA in Specialist Journalism at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a hands-on postgraduate program. Developed and taught by faculty who are both working journalists and scholars, this degree prepares students to become professional Specialist Journalists equipped for today's media landscape. Created in partnership with BBC journalists, the program teaches cutting-edge digital journalism skills while allowing students to focus on specific areas like film, music, fashion, or sports journalism.

Cardiff Met students will hone not just traditional print and digital journalism skills, but also master multimedia production - from video shooting and editing to audio recording and digital content creation, all while refining their news sense and editorial decision-making. The curriculum also covers essential media law and examines how ethical principles, accuracy, impartiality, and regulatory knowledge shape modern journalism practice.

With a strong emphasis on career readiness, the program blends journalistic theory with practical skills reinforced through work placements. Whether you're advancing your career, building freelance expertise, or entering journalism for the first time, this MA provides the tools and confidence to succeed as a specialist journalist. Our diverse faculty maintains strong industry connections, bringing working professionals into the classroom to share insights about this rapidly evolving field.