Welsh Affairs Pandemic Impact on Higher Education Short Version | Award-winning Documentary Series

A new documentary film series that explores the challenges facing Wales, drawing on academic research was launched at a virtual event by a Welsh Government Cabinet Minister.

“Welsh Affairs” is a series of full-feature documentary films produced by a team in the University’s department of media and communication, led by lecturer Georgios Dimitropoulos, head of the Media Suite Innovation Lab.

Rebecca Evans MS, Finance Minister in the Welsh Government, attended the launch event as a special guest speaker. Mrs Evans has contributed to the documentary film series.

The event featured contributions from Associate Professor Sian Rees and Professor Hamish Laing, and Nadia Evans-Cook. The session was chaired by Professor Elwen Evans QC, Executive Dean PVC, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Series Director Georgios Dimitropoulos of Swansea University said:

“The project’s mission is to communicate research findings, empirical studies, statistical data, expert opinions, and people’s views in the most efficient and balanced manner through high-quality documentary films. I had the opportunity to interview students, academics, policymakers, industry experts, professionals, business leaders, and citizens that live, contribute, operate and work in Wales.

I am humbled to be part of this journey and to be able to capture valuable lived experiences, fascinating perspectives, insightful opinions, the vision, and the drive of exceptional pioneers, innovators, leaders, and passionate people that strive to make Wales a better place for everyone!”