Program Overview
The Journalism at Ryerson University is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 24 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 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 20,502 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,445 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Journalism 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
- Business Journalism
- International Journalism
- Health and Science Journalism
- Visions of Literary Journalism
- Radio Documentary
- Advanced Magazine Editing
- Journ & the Political Arena
- Justice and the Courts
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Four-year honours Bachelor\'s degree, or equivalent
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 / 4.33 (B), or equivalent, in the final half of the program
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,502 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,445 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,502 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,445 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ryerson University 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 Ryerson University
Ryerson University
Ontario, Canada
Toronto Metropolitan University, formerly known as Ryerson University, is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months