BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Associate of Arts in Media and Communication Studies in Abbotsford Canada | University of the Fraser Valley
University of the Fraser Valley
|
Abbotsford Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
17,184
(c. USD12,356.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Associate of Arts in Media and Communication Studies explores the dynamics of information — its creation, dissemination, and consumption.
This program examines various media sectors, including social platforms, and their evolving nature. Learners will analyze the impact of advertising and commercial messaging, Canada's role in the global digital landscape, and the evolving definition of media literacy. Essentially, students gain insights into how communication advancements are transforming both individual lives and societal structures.
While valuable for those pursuing technical media production careers, these courses don't cover hands-on production techniques. For instance, while the music business is analyzed, audio engineering isn't included.
This associate degree prepares graduates for immediate employment, transfer to Canadian bachelor's programs, or progression into UFV's Bachelor of Arts (with MACS minor/extended minor). Additionally, graduates qualify for third-year entry into Royal Roads University's Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
A minimum grade of C+ in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (see Note).
Note: Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, AP English, IB English A (standard level or higher level), or out-of-province equivalent.
A minimum grade of C+ in one other Approved Grade 12 course.
Minimum of nine university-level credits completed with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 based on all university-level credits attempted.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) IBT score of 88 with no section below 20, or paper-based score of 570 with a TWE (essay) score of 4.5 or higher.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic format score of at least 6.5., with no band score less than 6.0.
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 85.
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) score of at least 70.
A minimum grade of C+ in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (see Note).
Note: Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, AP English, IB English A (standard level or higher level), or out-of-province equivalent.
A minimum grade of C+ in one other Approved Grade 12 course.
Minimum of nine university-level credits completed with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 based on all university-level credits attempted.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) IBT score of 88 with no section below 20, or paper-based score of 570 with a TWE (essay) score of 4.5 or higher.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic format score of at least 6.5., with no band score less than 6.0.
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 85.
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) score of at least 70.
Tuition
CAD
17,184