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    Creative and Cultural Industries

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    Cardiff, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £24,950.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Cardiff, GB. Tuition is £24,950.

    About the program

    The program covers theory, practice, and research in creative and cultural industries, including digital creativity, media management, policy debates, and entrepreneurial approaches across sectors like film, theatre, museums, and digital storytelling. It includes professional placements, industry engagement, and an individual research project.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings 2026: 181st | Complete University Guide 2026: 22nd

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 31, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 7.0 with 6.0 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min overall score of 7.0 with 6.0 in all subskills

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £13,469.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University is £24,950.
    Is Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University online or in-person?
    Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University is offered in-person.
    How long does Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University take to complete?
    Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University?
    Post-completion work rights for Creative and Cultural Industries at Cardiff University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)