University of Greater Manchester

MA Visual Journalism and Storytelling

University of Greater ManchesterUniversity of Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Course overview

Visual storytelling is one of the most in-demand and flexible skill sets in modern media. The MA Visual Journalism and Storytelling trains you across photography, video, reporting, writing and multimedia, then gives you space to specialise in the formats you choose and the stories you want to tell. Hands-on and project-driven from week one, you will tackle real-world assignments and build a professional portfolio, supported by experienced, industry-engaged staff.

Key highlights

  • Training across photography, video, reporting, writing and multimedia
  • Freedom to specialise in your chosen formats and stories
  • Hands-on, project-driven learning from the first week
  • Real-world assignments to build a professional portfolio
  • Taught by experienced, industry-engaged staff

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • Bursaries for Further Education (FE) Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Programmes

    For Computing, Mathematics, Science, Engineering - £31,000; Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) - £15,000; English - £10,000.

Careers this course leads to

  • Visual journalist
  • Multimedia journalist
  • Photojournalist
  • Video journalist
  • Digital content producer
  • Documentary producer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £8,496 | International: £17,500

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Greater Manchester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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