The BA Honours Creative Writing and Journalism at Middlesex University Dubai empowers you to master the craft of storytelling across diverse media, preparing you for dynamic careers in communication and content creation. This undergraduate degree is ideal for aspiring writers and journalists who seek to explore the nuances of fiction, screenwriting, and multimodal journalism, while developing a critical understanding of news cultures and ethical reporting. You will engage with fundamental journalistic skills, narrative techniques, and the creative process, building a robust foundation in both creative expression and factual communication.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over three years, offers a hands-on approach to learning, integrating compulsory modules in journalism skills, character development, and creative writing with a range of optional subjects like political communication or genre fiction. You will develop practical expertise through projects and assignments, culminating in a substantial creative writing project or long-form journalism piece in your final year. Upon graduation, you will be equipped with a versatile portfolio and the analytical, research, and writing abilities sought after in publishing, media, marketing, and public relations industries.