Master in Magazine Journalism

The tuition fee is 34,056 USD per year.

!Magazine Journalism (MA) students Nikita Achanta and Megan Gaen reveal what happened during a very busy year at Cardiff University. Content unavailable How to watch this video Video disabled icon ### **Content unavailable** This content is not available because your cookie preferences do not allow it. In order to view this content, you will need to allow cookies that: - help with our advertising and marketing - enable useful features Enable cookies Or view the content on Youtube ! Close Our MA in Magazine Journalism prepares you for a successful career in all aspects of digital and print magazines, feature writing and podcasting. We also cover freelancing, launching a newsletter and launching a multimedia business from scratch. rosette Get accredited An accredited course ensures your CV stands out – we are accredited by the Professional Publishers Association (PPA). briefcase Placement opportunities Putting into practice what you have learned builds self-confidence, prepares you for your first job and grows your network of contacts. mobile-message Latest trends Guest lectures from experienced writers, designers and editors ensure you hear first-hand about the latest developments in the industry. building Join the press pack Our location in the city centre means you’re located next to Cardiff’s local and national media companies such as the BBC and Wales Online. location Never miss an interview You’ll be connected to the entire city with Cardiff’s main train station Cardiff Central just 100 metres away. star UK’s first Journalism School To be #CardiffTrained means you’ll belong to one of the UK’s most respected journalism schools with a stellar list of former students. The MA in Magazine Journalism is an intensive, practical year-long course and is accredited by the Professional Publishers Association (PPA). The course equips you with the skills and knowledge to embrace all the multimedia platforms a modern magazine brand uses, focused on producing print, online, mobile and social media content. You will learn how to write news, interviews, features and produce this content effectively across different content platforms. You will also be trained in key editing processes and the latest digital skills, producing photography, audio, video content and podcasts as well as page layouts. All the skills prepare you for an entry-level job in magazine journalism or working as a freelance. We offer realistic learning experiences that mirror those you’ll face in your career, including the opportunity to pitch your work clearly and confidently and produce a complete magazine. We’re not looking for ready-made journalists, but you will need to demonstrate an interest in current affairs and the magazine industry. We also look for evidence of commitment to a career in journalism through prior relevant work experience, whether paid or unpaid. This course prepares students to work in the UK media. International students who meet the entry criteria and have career ambitions to work in the UK are welcome to apply, but those with broader journalism ambitions may prefer our MA International Journalism programme. ### Accreditations - Professional Publishers Association (PPA) - Professional Publishers Association (PPA) Magazine Journalism is accredited by the Professional Publishers Association (PPA) ! > In the second semester you also have to undertake 2-weeks work experience at a magazine. I did two weeks at B2B pharmacy magazine C+D, doing everything from news writing, interviewing, and helping with an ongoing investigation... I have recently been offered my first job in journalism as a Feature Writer for the UK’s biggest selling women’s weekly magazine Take a Break, and I am absolutely buzzing. Ellie Ball, Journalism and Communications (BA 2020), Magazine Journalism (MA 2021) Where you'll study