Journalism and Media

Journalism and Media degrees at USW give the practical skills to become part of the industry or you can choose a theory-based course that spans the full range of the modern media, from traditional print journalism to blogging, film making, radio and publishing.

Why Journalism and Media at USW?

Industry Rich City

Cardiff is at the centre of one the UK’s most dynamic media industries. Our campus is in the heart of the city centre, with major broadcasters within easy reach, including BBC, ITV, and Global and Wales Online, who publish several newspapers and magazines.

High End Facilities

Our campus boasts industry media facilities, including a multi-camera HDTV studio, radio studio and facilities for broadcast, print, radio and multi-media journalism. You can even hire equipment from our media and photography stores for free if you are enrolled on a journalism and media course.

Hands-on and Creative

In addition to teaching essential technical skills for industry, we make sure students are adept in creativity, problem solving and innovation. We place emphasis on ‘problem-led’ learning, where students inform their practice through real-world research that is underpinned by academic rigour, so that every student is creative-on-demand and job-ready.

Media Production - BA (Hons)

Designed with current industry experts, this course gives you the confidence and skills to thrive in today’s ever-evolving media industry.

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Media, Culture and Journalism - BA (Hons)

Take part in today’s biggest media conversations as you explore how the relationship between the media, society and culture shapes who we are.

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Sports Journalism - BA (Hons)

If you love sport and want to learn how to tell a great story, our sports journalism course is for you.

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Visual Journalism - MA

You will explore a range of new and dynamic approaches to content creation for a variety of sectors and platforms, while honing the key principles of journalistic storytelling and accurate and responsible communications. Information exchanges have the power to influence widely, be consumed globally and set brands and individuals in a viral context.

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