Program Overview
The Journalism and Communication at University of Western Ontario is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Journalism and Communication programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: London, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Journalism and Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Journalism
- Introduction to Communications
- Health Reporting and Health Communication
- Search Engine Optimization and Web Data Mining
- Shoot for the Heart: Harnessing The Power Of Video Storytelling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Four-year degree or equivalent and have an average of at least 70% in the last two years of full-time study.
- Students entering the MMJC must have mastered basic writing skills, including grammar, syntax, and the ability to conceptualize and articulate ideas in writing. The Admissions Panel assumes the entrance essay provided by applicants is entirely their own work and is an accurate reflection of their writing ability. Journalism and communication, by necessity, require their practitioners to produce clean, competent copy on deadline, often without the benefit of external editing or extensive rewriting. Students who do not meet the expectations of writing may not achieve marks necessary for progression and could be required to withdraw from the program..
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 17,501 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,915 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Western Ontario directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Western Ontario
University of Western Ontario
London, Canada
public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
