Creative Writing and Journalism (BA)

    Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) at Vancouver Island University

    Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) at Vancouver Island University

    The Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) is a Bachelor degree offered by Vancouver Island University across its Cowichan, Nanaimo, and tiwšɛmawtxʷ · (Powell River) campuses in Canada. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study across its Cowichan, Nanaimo, and tiwšɛmawtxʷ · (Powell River) campuses while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The tuition fee is USD 19,612 / year, and the next intake is available from September 9, 2026.

    About Creative Writing and Journalism (BA)

    The Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) Program

    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.

    Note: some courses may not be offered every year.

    Disciplines

    Arts Humanities and Social Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) at Vancouver Island University

    Entry Requirements

    Saudi Arabia
    General Secondary Education Certificate

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 88

    English Program Requirements

    Test
    Minimum score
    TOEFL iBT Paper Edition
    550 (no section below 56)
    TOEFL iBT
    88 (no section below 20), 4.5 (No section below 4.0)
    IELTS (Academic)
    6.5 (no band below 6.0)
    CAEL
    60
    C2 Proficiency, formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
    176 overall
    C1 Advanced, formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
    176 overall
    English Studies 12 (BC)
    Min. “C
    Pearson (PTE) Academic
    60 (no section below 60)
    Duolingo English Test
    115 (no band less than 105)
    International Baccalaureate English A1/A2
    Higher Level (HL)/ Standard Level (SL) grade 3 or higher
    VIU English Language Centre
    Successful completion of University Preparation Level 5 (UP5) or EAP Level IV on BC EAL articulation
    Advanced Placement (AP) English Language and Composition or English Literature and Composition
    Grade 2 or higher
    Accredited institution where English is the primary language of instruction, located in a country that satisfies VIU’s English Language Requirements
    Completion of recognized diploma (minimum 2 years) or degree program
    Accredited institution where English is the primary language of instruction, located in a country that satisfies VIU’s English Language Requirements
    Completion of six credits of post-secondary English composition and literature with a minimum grade of “C
    General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)
    English at the O-level with a minimum grade of C or 4
    CAEL online
    60
    Pearson (PTE) Online
    60 (no section below 60)
    TOEFL iBT Home Edition
    88 (no section below 20)
    ILAC Pathway Program
    Successful Completion of Pathway 3.3

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    19,612 / year
    Creative Writing and Journalism (BA) at Vancouver Island University
    Vancouver Island University
    Vancouver Island University
    Canada

    Canada, Nanaimo

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