Programme dates
6-17 July 2026
In-person Program
UBC School of Journalism, Writing and Media Mini School: Telling Stories with MOJO
A practical journalism mini school focused on reporting, interviewing and producing stories with a mobile device, with editorial guidance and a mini-portfolio to showcase your work.
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UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school students
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada
Cost
$2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD
Duration
2 weeks; 45 class hours
Format
In-person
Creative WritingMedia Studies
Class size: Maximum 24 per section
Accommodation: Optional single-room campus residence
Meals: Weekday lunch; full board with residence
Certificate / Outcome: Letter of Completion
Tutors / faculty: Kathryn Gretsinger, UBC
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 4.5 class hours daily
Main deliverable / output: Story mini-portfolio and social media showcase
UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School summary
This UBC mini school introduces professional journalism through mobile reporting, recording, editing and storytelling.
Students use their own mobile devices to produce individual and collaborative stories, supported by technical instruction and editorial guidance.
It suits curious storytellers who want to test journalism through practical work and build a small collection of stories.
What is UBC School of Journalism, Writing and Media Mini School: Telling Stories with MOJO?
The UBC School of Journalism, Writing and Media Mini School: Telling Stories with MOJO introduces professional journalism through mobile journalism. Offered through UBC Extended Learning's Future Global Leaders program, it connects reporting practices with digital storytelling, content creation and media production.
Students gather information, interview, record, edit and share stories using their own mobile devices. They work with classmates and instructors to build a mini-portfolio and a dedicated social media showcase, while receiving technical support and editorial guidance.
Why Succeed highlights UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School
Producing stories gives students practical evidence of their interests, beyond simply attending lectures.
Mobile journalism connects reporting skills with tools used across contemporary media and content creation.
The listed instructor brings UBC teaching experience and a substantial public broadcasting background.
Technical support and editorial guidance help students connect the mechanics of production with the quality of their reporting.
A cap of 24 students per section provides a defined class-size limit.
Who is UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School for?
Best for
Students interested in journalism, digital storytelling or content creation who want to learn by interviewing, reporting and producing stories.
Not ideal if
You mainly want a fiction-writing workshop or a program centered on university application lectures; the focus here is practical journalism.
Is UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School worth it?
This mini school is worth considering if you want to test whether you enjoy the actual work of journalism. Reporting, interviewing and assembling stories can help you identify strengths and interests, while the mini-portfolio gives you something concrete to reflect on afterward.
The strongest reason to choose it is the combination of practical production and editorial guidance. Weigh that learning value against the fee and any residence or travel spending. Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university.
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Cost and what is included
$2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD; includes 45 hours of mini school classes., Hands-on instruction, technical support and editorial guidance., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card for swimming and drop-in sports., Residence add-on: private room and daily breakfast, lunch and dinner., Residence add-on: airport transfers within designated service windows., Residence add-on: evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students..
Accommodation
Optional single-room campus residence
Meals
Weekday lunch; full board with residence
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; 45 class hours; UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School need?
Effort level
Substantial daytime commitment.
Best started
Plan eight weeks before your intended session, allowing longer for visas or academic accommodations.
Main challenge
Turning gathered information into clear, engaging stories while learning mobile production methods.
Typical preparation
Practice recording a short interview and reviewing the sound and image quality on your mobile device.
Discuss commuter and residence arrangements with your parent or guardian before booking.
Prepare separate parent and student email addresses for the Family Account.
Plan to complete the information package within 48 hours of registration.
Useful if
You want to test journalism through practical work.
What do students do on UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School?
You use a mobile device to follow the reporting process from gathering information to sharing a finished story. Instructors provide hands-on instruction, technical help and editorial guidance as you work individually and with classmates.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Learn how mobile journalism is used in professional reporting and digital storytelling.
- 2
Gather facts, information and images using your own device.
- 3
Practice reporting, interviewing and recording.
- 4
Edit and produce shareable journalism.
- 5
Build a mini-portfolio and a social media account to showcase individual and collaborative stories.
- 6
Meet professional journalists and explore related career opportunities.
UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School dates and deadlines
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Reference date
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme dates | 6-17 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
High school students ages 15-18.
Canadian, permanent-resident and international students may participate.
How much does UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School cost?
Mini school fee
$2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD — 2026 fees for Canadian/permanent-resident and international students, respectively.
Funding or discounts
- Optional residence: $2,650 CAD — Private room, full board and residence services.
- Registration deposit: $500 CAD — 2026 payment arrangement; credited toward the fee.
- UBC President Bursary: Full tuition — 2026 support for eligible BC students; commuter lunch or residence meals and accommodation are covered.
What's included
45 hours of mini school classes., Hands-on instruction, technical support and editorial guidance., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card for swimming and drop-in sports., Residence add-on: private room and daily breakfast, lunch and dinner., Residence add-on: airport transfers within designated service windows., Residence add-on: evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students.
How to apply to UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School
- 1
Choose the mini school session and commuter or residence options, then add them to your cart.
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Have a parent or guardian create or sign in to a UBC Lifelong Learning Family Account.
- 3
Add the student as a family member using an email address different from the parent's or guardian's.
- 4
Assign the student to the course in the cart and complete checkout.
- 5
Select New Application in the Family Account and submit the FGL information package within 48 hours.
- 6
Follow the student's email instructions to set up a student account and Campus-wide Login.
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What does UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Mobile journalism
Explore how mobile devices support professional reporting and storytelling across media platforms.
Reporting and interviewing
Practice gathering facts, information and images, reporting stories and interviewing.
Story production
Use mobile tools to record, edit and produce journalism that can be shared.
Portfolio and showcase
Create a mini-portfolio and purpose-built social media account for individual and shared work.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School?
A typical day during the program.
Morning classes
Three hours of mini school classroom activities.
Lunch
Lunch is served in the residence dining hall.
Afternoon classes
A further 1.5 hours of subject classes brings daily teaching to 4.5 hours.
Campus activities
The sample timetable includes campus activities, study time and free time.
Who teaches on UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School?
The listed instructor, Kathryn Gretsinger, is an Associate Professor of Teaching at UBC's School of Journalism, Writing, and Media, a longtime CBC broadcaster and a Killam Teaching Prize winner. Students receive technical support and editorial guidance and meet professional journalists.
Enrollment is capped at 24 students per section.
Where do students stay on UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School?
Residential plan
- Private campus room: Stay in a furnished single room on a mixed-gender floor with students and student life assistants.
- Full board: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included every day, with vegan, vegetarian and Kosher options.
- Residence support: Student life assistants provide 24/7 support, with a 10-to-1 residence-student-to-staff ratio.
- Transfers and activities: The add-on includes airport transfers in designated windows and evening and weekend activities.
Non-residential plan
- Commuter experience: Commute to weekday classes and join optional afternoon campus activities.
- Lunch and recreation: Weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card are included.
- Commuter arrangements: Families arrange transportation; UBC limits commuter monitoring to daily in-class attendance checks.
Residence rooms share floor bathrooms; no air conditioning or fan is provided.
What happens after UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Develop a mini-portfolio of journalistic stories.
Showcase individual and collaborative work through a dedicated social media account.
Explore learning pathways and careers in journalism and media production.
Receive a Letter of Completion when attendance and conduct requirements are met.
Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university.
Where does UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School take place?
Classes take place on UBC's Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada. Commuters can use buses serving the central UBC Bus Loop or campus pay parking; Vancouver International Airport is about a 30-minute drive away.
Residence airport transfers operate within designated arrival and departure windows.
UBC School of Journalism Writing and Media Mini School FAQs
MOJO means mobile journalism: using a mobile device to gather information and images, report, record, edit and share stories.
Students create a mini-portfolio of stories and a purpose-built social media account to showcase individual and collaborative work.
The listed instructor is Kathryn Gretsinger, an Associate Professor of Teaching at UBC's School of Journalism, Writing, and Media and a longtime CBC broadcaster. Students also meet professional journalists.
Commuter students receive weekday lunch in the residence dining hall. Students choosing residence receive breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays and weekends.
Student life assistants live in residence and provide support around the clock, with a 10-to-1 residence-student-to-staff ratio. Assistants have first-aid training, CPR-C and AED certification, and enhanced criminal record checks.
Students receive a Letter of Completion if they remain in good standing with program and conduct expectations and miss no more than one class without approval.
No. Future Global Leaders offers experience of university life and opportunities to develop academic and social skills, but it is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university.
Students must bring their own iOS or Android mobile device to use for reporting and producing stories.
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