Creative Graduate Festival 2025
Creative Graduate Festival 2025 is an online showcase of final-year work from students across the University of South Wales’ creative courses. It highlights the ideas, skills, and projects developed by students as they prepare for careers in the creative industries.
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A Celebration of Creative Talent at USW
From film and games to fashion, photography, music and more, the festival brings together a wide range of exciting and original work./prod01/channel_2/media/university-of-south-wales/site-assets/images/16-other/gradfest/gradfest-2025/First-Flight-Molly-Hill.jpeg)
Original characters, stories, and interactive worlds created using industry-standard tools and techniques.
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Graphic design, illustration, advertising, and interior design projects that respond to real-world challenges.
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Performances and creative work by students preparing for careers on stage, screen, and live events.
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Collections and campaigns that combine style, creativity, and business know-how.
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Short films and visual effects that show strong storytelling and technical skill.
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Media projects that bring together creative ideas, technical ability, and real-world relevance.
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Original music, sound design, and live production by students ready to work in music and live events.
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Powerful photography exploring identity, culture, and personal stories.
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USW Graduate success
Creative Graduate Festival isn’t just a celebration of final-year work — it’s also a launchpad. Many USW graduates go on to exciting careers across the creative industries.
From working in film and TV, designing for global brands, performing on stage, launching fashion labels, to producing music and games — USW alumni are making their mark in the UK and around the world.
Our strong industry links, hands-on teaching, and real-world projects help students build the confidence and skills to succe
Our students
"The hands-on experience has been fantastic, from working on live briefs to exploring creative freedom in design projects."
"The growth I’ve seen in my skills and confidence makes it all worthwhile."
"Throughout my studies, we've had invaluable networking opportunities."
"USW gave me all the tools I needed."
USW's Creative Partnerships
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Screen Alliance Wales and Bad Wolf Productions
Postgraduate Placement scheme with BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales
USW's Creative Partnerships
Cardiff is home to a vibrant creative community, and many of the companies on our doorsteps work in partnership with us to deliver live briefs, guest lectures and work placements for our students.
Screen Alliance Wales and Bad Wolf Productions
Postgraduate Placement scheme with BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales