University of Wales, Swansea

Programme overview

This MA mixes critical theory with practical training to prepare students for contemporary international journalism. Teaching covers digital content creation, video production and interactive storytelling, with applied work using industry-standard software and technologies. The course promotes a global outlook, ethical reporting and collaborative skills for work in modern media teams. Campus facilities include the Graduate Centre at Singleton Park and links to industry placements and internships.

What you'll study

Modules and teaching are designed to produce tangible outputs such as campaign plans, journalism portfolios, documentary films and podcasts. You will learn to research and report international news, handle sensitive topics responsibly, apply media law and ethics, film or record for broadcast and podcasts, edit packages for multiple formats and promote work to grow audiences. A core element is a major project or dissertation worth 60 credits where you develop specialist expertise with supervisor guidance.

Entry requirements

The programme considers applicants on individual merit and welcomes a wide range of qualifications. The published typical offer is a 2.2 and the course starts in September; part-time routes of two and three years are available.

Career prospects

Students have access to strong industry links, short-term paid and voluntary placements and internships shared through teaching and direct contact. The university reports high graduate outcomes: 94% of graduates are in employment, study and/or other activities (HESA 2026), and many internships have led to job offers or strong recommendations. Typical destinations include journalism, broadcasting, digital media and communications roles.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Swansea University provides postgraduate training, seminar programmes and workshops to support professional development; information on tuition fees and funding is published by the university. The listed full-time tuition fee for the MA (September 2026 start) is A3 10,200 for international students on the MA route. Prospective students should consult the university's funding and scholarships pages for current eligibility and application guidance.