PGCert Applied Storytelling (online) at Loughborough University

Harness the power of storytelling to inspire change, engage communities and create real-world impact. The MA Applied Storytelling online programme is a practical, hands-on course designed for those who want to use storytelling in real-world settings. Whether you’re interested in working in community projects, education, the creative industries, or policy work, this course will equip you with the skills to apply storytelling for social impact, personal growth, and professional development.

Faculty: School of Design and Creative Arts  |  Department: Design and Creative Arts  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time; online (distance learning)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The aims of this module are to introduce students to the practice of digital storytelling and its underpinning theoretical and methodological foundations.

Career pathways

MA Applied Storytelling is an interdisciplinary online programme designed for individuals seeking to develop careers across a diverse range of sectors where storytelling can create meaningful social, cultural, educational and organisational impact. The programme is suited to professionals and practitioners working in, or aspiring to work in, areas including teacher training and education, mental health literacy and community engagement, museum and heritage practice, policymaking and public communication, climate and sustainability communication, research impact and knowledge exchange, civic engagement, and business innovation.

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