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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Communication - Journalism and Digital Media

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Communication - Journalism and Digital Media

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $30,114 CAD

  • Application fee

    $150 CAD

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    65 out of 100

Options
Work placement

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-April-2024 2024-04-01

Overview

Bachelor of Communication - Journalism and Digital Media

Tell stories that change the world. 

Learn how to produce and publish stories, ranging from investigative reports to sports, entertainment, science and human rights coverage at Mount Royal University

Blending theory and practice, you will gain new skills in reporting, interviewing, videography, photography, writing, editing, digital design, podcasting and online delivery. 

Rooted in mastering digital technologies, such as Adobe Creative Suite and using DSLR and video cameras, you will graduate with the skills employers seek in media and communications fields.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: 

Calgary Journal — contribute to the award-winning publication, distributed online

International opportunities — take part in an international field school or exchange program

Personal — If you enroll in MRU's journalism program, you will know and work closely with your professors

Work experience — graduate with work experience in your field

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$36,346

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,172
Accommodation 1 bed room $6,232
Tuition 1 person $30,114

Hourly wage

Min wage

15 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
5.5
listening
5.5
writing
5.5
speaking
5.5
reading

TOEFL

86
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

58
55
listening
55
writing
55
speaking
55
reading

Cambridge

176
-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

The Language Education for Academic Purposes (LEAP) with four levels program is for low Intermediate to advanced level English language learners. 

The recommended minimum language level for student success is CLB 4 or an IELTS score of 3.5.

You can complete this 15-month program in four 13-week terms starting in either fall, winter or spring.


Academic background and requirement

Applicants in all admission categories must present:

  • English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%
  • Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30 - minimum grade 50%
  • Post-secondary applicant: must present a minimum admission Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 on the eight most recently completed transferable post-secondary courses (minimum 24 credits) completed by June 30. Must also present the required courses and minimum grades listed above.

Career opportunities

  • Multimedia journalist
  • News reporter and editor
  • Social media specialist
  • Communications manager
  • Advocacy communicators
  • Policy researchers
  • Podcast producer
  • Documentary maker

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