MA Visual Journalism in Cardiff United Kingdom | University of South Wales

This Master's program in journalism and communications emphasizes visual storytelling, catering to both journalism professionals and broader communication fields. You'll develop expertise in diverse technical and practical communication methods, including mobile journalism, video production, audio recording, photography, layout design, news writing, scripting, and media law. The PR component covers corporate reputation management, along with essential communication strategies like lobbying, campaign development, content marketing, event planning, SEO, and performance measurement. Work-integrated learning forms a central component, with students collaborating directly with industry partners. Acknowledging content's paramount importance in modern communications, the program blends hands-on training with theoretical insights into digital transformation's impact on media and journalism. Rooted in the Reithian ethos of 'inform, educate, and entertain,' it fosters both analytical understanding and practical skills for information creation and distribution in our digitally reshaped world.

Our faculty assists students in securing local or remote internships with media and communication employers across Wales and internationally. With strong industry connections, we've successfully placed over 100 media undergraduates annually in work experiences. Regular networking events on campus connect you with creative industry leaders, while established partnerships include major broadcasters like ITV, BBC, and Global Radio, alongside leading PR firms. The program also nurtures entrepreneurial skills through Cardiff's Startup Studio (Stiwdio Sefydlu), Wales' first university-based business incubator, offering a supportive environment to develop innovative ideas. Graduates acquire skills highly valued not just in media organizations, but across all sectors that prioritize stakeholder engagement - particularly the ability to craft and distribute visually-driven narratives. This advanced degree positions you competitively for roles requiring sophisticated communication skills, strategic thinking, and adaptability in our rapidly evolving media landscape.