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School of Journalism, Media and Culture

Journalism and media accreditations

We’re extremely proud of our offering at Cardiff, which includes industry recognition for a range of our postgraduate programmes.

These accreditations continue to strengthen our well-established relationships with professional bodies and industries and allow our graduates to evidence the quality of their education.

The Broadcast Journalism Training Council

Accredited programme: Broadcast Journalism (MA)

The Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) accreditation ensures our training reflects current industry practice. You will gain practical skills that reflect the needs of major broadcasters, including:

  • structured work placements
  • professional projects
  • practical engagement through news production days

These experiences give our students the confidence to enter the broadcasting industry immediately upon graduation.

The BJTC is one of the largest independent journalism accreditation bodies in the UK. Industry partners include the BBC, Sky News, ITN, ITV, Channel 4 News, The Associated Press, Reuters, Global, and the National Union of Journalists.

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations

Accredited programme: International Public Relations and Communication (MA)

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) is the largest professional body for public relations practitioners in Europe with over 10,000 members working at all levels and in all sectors of the industry.

On our CIPR-recognised programme, you can:

  • apply for individual CIPR Student Membership
  • apply for CIPR Associate Membership on completion of the course
  • gain a valuable addition to your CV

As well as this, CIPR membership will position you within a respected network of forward-thinking PR and communication professionals.

The National Council for the Training of Journalists

Accredited programme: News Journalism (MA)

The National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) is an industry charity formed in 1951 whose patron is Alex Crawford, special correspondent for Sky News.

It’s recognised as a professional awarding organisation by Ofqual in England, in Northern Ireland by the CCEA, and by Qualifications Wales.

We teach to the NCTJ gold standard diploma, so as part of your studies, you’ll develop your skills in the following areas:

  • shorthand
  • public affairs
  • court reporting

The NCTJ aims to provide a world-class education and training system that develops current and future journalists from all backgrounds for the demands of a fast-changing media industry. Initiatives include the Journalism Diversity Fund.

The charity is dedicated to making a positive and demonstrable contribution to the future sustainability of public interest journalism in the UK.

The Professional Publishers Association

Accredited programme: Magazine Journalism (MA)

The Professional Publishers Association (PPA) accreditation is a mark of excellence, awarded only to undergraduate and postgraduate journalism courses that demonstrate a deep commitment to industry relevance, innovation, and graduate employability.

On our PPA-accredited programme, you will:

  • gain an academic master’s award
  • gain a professional journalism qualification
  • receive outstanding, future-focused training so you’ll be ready to thrive in today’s fast-evolving publishing landscape

The PPA is a membership organisation comprised of global giants, independent trailblazers, B2B specialists, and data and information providers. It is home to globally renowned brands, from consumer favourites such as Empire, Vogue, Elle, Good Housekeeping, Radio Times, Hello!, and Country Life, to essential business content providers and a vibrant network of independent publishers.