University of Hertfordshire

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Media and Creative Writing

University of Hertfordshire

Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:English Creative Writing
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $25,075

Annual fee is £14750. Cost is converted to Canadian dollars and may vary with exchange rate.

Careers:Managers in PublishingAuthors and WritersEditors

Description:

Find your voice, both critically and creatively, as you develop an in-depth understanding of the world of media. Today’s media is becoming more diverse and dynamic as digital and social media platforms thrive. Hone the skills you need to play your part. Our practical course nurtures your hands-on technical skills, original creativity, and entrepreneurial attitude, giving you the versatility for a successful media career. You’ll develop the ability to critically comment on media practice and produce new creative work for websites, blogs, print, video, audio and multimedia. We’ll help you develop research, editorial, storytelling and targeting skills, building your confidence in creating, editing and submitting work.



You’ll learn about media both in the UK and internationally, starting with general modules such as Global Media and Telling Stories through Sound and Image, progressing to the opportunity to create your own media project with a client before you leave or studying how to create a PR campaign as well as the fascinating world of celebrity media. You'll be taught by leading poets, fiction, and non-fiction writers. All your lecturers are active writers in their field - some are even internationally published authors. This means you’ll be learning from writers who have excellent industry connections and have the latest knowledge when it comes to trends, styles, and publishing guides giving you everything you need to become a published author yourself. Partner this with gaining the latest insights and skills within media, from podcasting to learning about PR.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics  or  Grade12 English 

  • Atlantic provinces (NB, NL, NS, PE) Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • Ontario Grade 12: 60% average on 6 grade 12 U/M courses, including grade 12 U English and mathematics

  • Quebec Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) 60% average on academic courses

  • Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • British Columbia Grade 12: 60% average on 4 provincially examinable grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics

  • Northern territories (NT, NU, YT) Grade 12: 60% average on 5 grade 12 courses, including English and mathematics.


* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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