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Explore beyond the surface of the narratives we encounter and create in our society to understand how meaning is constructed. Learners will critically assess cultural messages while appreciating the subtleties of our deeply intricate world. You'll gain skills to interpret and evaluate meaning produced across various media - from celebrity fashion choices to television news production. Building a cultural lexicon will empower you to thoughtfully navigate today's media landscape and decode the political and ideological undertones in the content we absorb.
The Communication and Cultural Studies Major provides strong foundations for advanced studies in either discipline. Graduates pursue careers in media, advertising, public relations, and other fields that prize exceptional analytical and communication abilities.
Cegep Students: No specific courses are required beyond a DEC. Minimum Cut-off Averages;: Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs. Quebec Cegep (CRC): DEC (Honours: 28.000); Canadian High Schools: 70 per cent (Honours: 85 per cent); U.S. High Schools: 2.5 (Honours: 3.3); University Transfers: C (Honours: B+); International Bacc. (IB): 27 (Honours: 33); Bacc. Français: 11/20 (Honours: 14/20). Make sure you also meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements. Quebec: You must complete a two-year, pre-university program or a three-year professional DEC (Diplome detudes collégiales). CRC minimum requirements for admission vary between 19.000 and 30.000; however, based on space availability, students below this average may be considered. Other parts of Canada: You must be a high school graduate, depending on which province you are from. Applicant from other countries must have the requirements equivalent to Canada. English language requirements: Direct Admission: TOEFL (paper-based) score between 540 and 576. Conditional Admission: TOEFL (paper-based) score between 505 and 539; MELAB minimum score of 74, 2 on speaking tests; CAEL minimum score of 50; CAE minimum score of C; CPE (advanced qualification for proficient users only) minimum score of C.