Journalism and Creative Writing
This integrated degree and diploma program offered by Trent University Durham GTA and Durham College gets students career-ready with practical media production experience gained in college, and crucial critical thinking and writing skills developed in university. Through an emphasis on hands-on learning, you’ll gain new confidence building a strong portfolio of work that will help launch your future journalism, broadcasting and media.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A.
- Diploma
Locations:
- Durham GTA
Resume Boosters:
- 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 participating in non-fiction 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 Paths:
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Content Marketing Specialist
Marketing Specialists analyse, develop and implement communication and promotional strategies, analyse advertising needs and develop appropriate advertising and marketing plans, publicize activities and events, and maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations, and for performers, athletes, writers and other talented individuals. They are employed by consulting firms, advertising agencies, corporations, associations, government, social agencies, museums, galleries, public interest groups, and cultural and other organizations, or they may be self-employed.
Career Opportunities
- Journalist
- Content Creator
- Editor
- Social Media Manager
- Author
- Producer
- Copywriter
- Media Relations Specialist
- Communication 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%
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