BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Journalism in Richmond Canada | Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
|
Richmond Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,111
(c. USD16,575.99)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
KPU's Bachelor of Journalism stands as Metro Vancouver's sole four-year journalism degree. Learners utilize professional-grade tools to create multimedia journalism encompassing photography, audio, video, and data visualization. The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice through seminars, labs, and fieldwork. Graduates emerge prepared for careers as multimedia reporters, editors, digital content creators, and independent journalists, while others pursue roles in media relations, corporate communications, and PR. This degree equips students with versatile research and communication abilities applicable across various sectors.
The program incorporates essential Communication Studies coursework, examining critical topics like media legislation, ethical considerations, diversity in media, and journalism's role in societal transformation.
KPU's Journalism faculty comprises decorated professionals who maintain active journalism careers alongside their academic roles, bringing real-world expertise into the classroom.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You have graduated high school (secondary school) OR completed 24+ credits of undergraduate-level credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
English Proficiency Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test: overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): IBT 88 or higher, with no sub score less than 20, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Score of 70 or higher with no sub score less than 60, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Score of 61 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
Language Proficiency Index (LPI): Level 5 with an essay score of 30 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
Tuition
CAD
23,111