Overview

Experience small class sizes for a unique workshop format in many creative writing courses, and more one-on-one time with instructors at Vancouver Island University's journalism school.

Whether you want to work in the publishing, entertainment or journalism industries, this degree in Creative Writing and Journalism from Vancouver Island University will sharpen your literary skills and introduce you to the realities of working as a professional writer.

Educational Opportunity

The Creative Writing and Journalism department offers introductory, intermediate and advanced-level courses in book publishing, dramatic writing (including writing for the stage and scriptwriting for radio, television and film), fiction, journalism, and poetry, leading to a B.A. with a Major or Minor in Creative Writing and a B.A. with a Minor in Journalism.

Students have the opportunity to combine applied and creative writing skills with a background in all aspects of print and electronic publishing including editing, distribution, promotion, and production of print materials.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Memoir Writing Workshop

Poetic Traditions

Writing Short Fiction

Writing Short-Form Scripts for the Stage, Screen or Television

Creative Non-Fiction Workshop

Advanced Feature Writing

Long-Form Non-Fiction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nanaimo, Canada

Disciplines

Creative Writing Journalism View 48 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Proof of English language proficiency is required from applicants for whom English is not their first language or from those whose education was completed in any country where English is not the official language.
Proof of English language proficiency

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24473 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24473 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

5092 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5092 CAD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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