The BA Creative Writing and Journalism progamme will give you a solid grounding in language and communication across a range of creative and journalistic genres and through a variety of media. You will also explore the worlds of media, journalistic and literary employment.This course is ideal if you want to improve your skills as a writer and develop a theoretical foundation of best writing practices The teaching is varied and exciting, from creative workshops and listening to talks by speakers from the industry to practical work using our extensive media production tools. You will work on your own creative and practical projects, and put together a portfolio of work. You'll also attend demonstrations, lectures, seminars, workshops and one-to-one tutorials, and supplement all this with online and independent study. In creative writing, you’ll learn important skills for devising, editing, revising and submitting your work.
Career Path
Graduates will be well prepared to go on to careers in creative writing and/or journalism, Creative Writer, Copywriter, Content Strategist, Editor, Publishing Assistant, Communications Officer,Public Relations Specialist, Scriptwriter, Screenwriter, Digital Content Creator, Speechwriter,Social Media Manager, Nonprofit Communications Director, Researcher in Media & Literature, Literary Agent, Author, Columnist, Broadcast Journalist and across a wide range of industries wherever good writing and critical thinking are valued.
Students may work part time for up to 20 hours per week and full time during academic breaks. After graduation, students can transition from student status to legal employment through an employer sponsored two year work permit.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middlesex University Dubai below;
1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
5. CV
Middlesex University Dubai will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
