Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Journalism in Ottawa Canada | Centennial College
Centennial College
|
Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
24,974
(c. USD17,905.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Contemporary Journalism graduate certificate program spans three semesters, examining modern journalism tools, trends, and approaches while prioritizing fact-based, reliable storytelling. Students engage in hands-on learning through courses in news gathering, writing, editing, and visual communication, while also investigating social platforms, mobile innovations (including VR), and mastering multimedia narratives and data-driven reporting.
As digital platforms dominate, smartphones serve as both journalists' workspaces and audiences' primary news sources. This program focuses on leveraging mobile technology—from phones to tablets—for researching, creating, and distributing trustworthy multimedia news content.
The curriculum concludes with career-focused components, featuring a seven-week professional placement where students apply and enhance their abilities within today's dynamic media landscape.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
- Degree or a three-year college diploma 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 minimum of three writing samples, preferably published non-fiction material, but essay extracts will be considered.
English Language Requirements
- A TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 80+ (internet based with no test below 20)
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0+ (with no single test score below 5.5)
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) with an overall band score of 60
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) score of 51 plus
- ITEP (International Test of English Proficiency) score of 3.7 plus.
Tuition
CAD
24,974