Program Overview
The Communications - Professional Writing at Centennial College is a Postgraduate Certificate 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 Communications - Professional Writing 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 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 13,283 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,723 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communications - Professional Writing 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
- Content Bootcamp
- Web Copywriting
- Webtools
- Emerging Media & Applications
- Visual Design and Layout
- Communications Strategy & Planning
- Editing
- Project Management
- Instructional Design
- Policy & Procedure Writing
- Storyworks
- Digital Storytelling
- Proposal Writing
- Presentation & Speech Writing
- Multiplatform Content Creation
- Information Design
- Content Management
- Report Writing
- Technical Communications
- eLearning for the Workplace
- Field Placement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- College diploma or university degree in any discipline
- We will consider applicants who have successfully completed partial post-secondary education (minimum two years) and have relevant work experience
Additional Requirements
Attend a mandatory program admission session where applicants will:
- Submit a portfolio consisting of three writing samples completed in the last two years (applicants without a portfolio of work can complete a one-page user guide assignment to fulfill this requirement)
- Complete an in-person test comprised of:
- Editing of a passage for a specific audience
- Completion of a questionnaire
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 13,283 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,723 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 13,283 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,723 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Centennial College 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 Centennial College
Centennial College
Toronto, Canada
Centennial College is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2005-09-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months