Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Journalism and Creative Writing
Program Description
BA (Hons) Journalism and Creative Writing at the University of Hertfordshire – Hone your storytelling craft with our NCTJ-accredited programme, blending hard-hitting journalism with literary creativity. Master news reporting, feature writing, and digital storytelling alongside fiction, poetry, and scriptwriting in our professional newsroom and creative hubs. Our industry placements with The Guardian, BBC, or literary agencies prepare you for careers as journalists, content creators, or published authors – with 93% employed in media/writing roles (HESA 2023).
Program Requirements
Language Requirements
| Test | Overall Score | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE - A | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 |
| TOEFL | 72.0 | 17.0 | 18.0 | 17.0 | 20.0 |
Academic Scores
| Scale | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| GPA Scale (0-4.00) | 2.80 |
Program Intakes
| September, 2026 |
|---|
| January, 2027 |
| September, 2027 |
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