Journalism and Creative Writing (B.A. & Diploma)

Develop career-based skills in journalism, social media and content creation, earning both a university degree in Media Studies with an Option in Creative Writing and a college diploma in Journalism/Mass Media – all in just four years.

This integrated degree-diploma program at Trent Durham GTA, offered in collaboration with Durham College, gives students the opportunity to develop career-ready skills in journalism, social media, and content creation. In just four years, you will graduate with a university degree in Media Studies with an Option in Creative Writing and a college diploma in Journalism/Mass Media. Spend your first year on Trent’s Durham campus in the Greater Toronto Area, building foundational skills in writing and critical thinking. Years two and three are mostly spent at Durham College, developing practical skills in journalism and broadcasting in modern facilities. With immersive courses and hands-on field placements you will learn the techniques and strategies to create engaging content, fine-tune your writing ability, and cultivate leadership, project planning, and collaborative skills.

Download the Journalism and Creative Writing Student Handbook

Career Experience

Gain valuable work experience with a seven-week field placement, working with top media outlets such as the Toronto Star, CBC, CTV News, and Metroland
Sharpen your skills by participating in nonfiction and creative writing workshops
Build a portfolio of work in Durham College’s “working newsroom,” where you’ll explore and create content for all media platforms

Career Path

Journalist
Content Creator
Editor
Social Media Manager
Author
Producer
Copywriter
Media Relations Specialist
Communications Officer
Broadcaster
Investigative Reporter
PR Professional
Website Developer
Digital Media Strategist

Popular Courses

Writing for Broadcast
Print & Web Design
Feature Writing & Publishing
Television Studies
Visual Media
Critical & Opinion
Writing

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

A minimum 70% overall final average
ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%

More Requirements

Contact

For more information, please email Bonnie Caruana, Administrative Academic Assistant, at jcw@trentu.ca