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Communication and Media Studies

University of Calgary
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Degree PhD / Doctorate
Deadline Topics may include critical media studies, communication infrastructure, environmental communication issues, media and politics and more.; Please note: additional supervisors may be available.; An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requiremen
Delivery On-campus
Location Calgary, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The world needs people who understand media and communications. As a student in the Department of Communication, Media and Film, you will develop a critical perspective on how communication, media and film represent and shape our lives. You will also gain marketable research and communication skills.

Key Program Features

  • Graduate / Professional level.

Career Opportunities

Academic careers; private sector: communication/media/film related companies, companies dependent on digital media, wifi services; public sector: non-profit organizations, government positions dependent on digital communication. A PhD in communication and media studies is usually considered a final degree. Thesis-based program Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

GPA A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree. Minimum education A completed Master's degree in Communications Studies or related field. Work samples Two samples of written work. Documents A statement of research intent (500-1000 words) A detailed curriculum vitae Reference letters Two Test scores None English language proficiency (ELP) An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in different ways. For accepted criteria, please refer to the program “Admissions” tab in the Academic Calendar. *Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements. GPA; A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

Topics may include critical media studies, communication infrastructure, environmental communication issues, media and politics and more.; Please note: additional supervisors may be available.; An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requiremen

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University of Calgary

Calgary, Canada

public research university located in Calgary, Alberta

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  • Application Deadline Topics may include critical media studies, communication infrastructure, environmental communication issues, media and politics and more.; Please note: additional supervisors may be available.; An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requiremen
  • Start Date September
  • Language English
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