BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Media Arts - Interactive Media Leadership 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
16,368
(c. USD11,735.18)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Bachelor of Media Arts equips students to meet evolving digital media industry needs by developing technically proficient, innovative, and team-oriented artists who understand the historical context and ethical considerations of the field. The program fosters professional communication abilities, creative solution-finding, and project coordination expertise. Specialized concentrations enable students to tailor their studies to align with professional aspirations and artistic interests.
Degree candidates should consult with the Fine Arts, Design, and Media Academic Advisor. Course selection should reflect intended specialization from the first year, with formal concentration declaration required after completing 15 lower-level core credits and before reaching 60 total degree credits. The Academic Advisor and/or School of Creative Arts Director may approve exceptions in unique cases. The curriculum emphasizes solution development, leadership techniques, and compelling communication alongside fundamental creative production methods, preparing graduates to lead creative teams, streamline workflows, and manage major new media initiatives.
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) and a minimum of a B average in two additional Approved Grade 12 courses.
Prerequisites for ENGL 105 or CMNS 125.
One of the following:
Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in courses numbered at the 100 level and above, with a cumulative GPA of 2.33 on all credits attempted.
Completion of a two-year post-secondary credential with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 (equated to the UFV grading scheme) on all courses taken.
Completion of a post-secondary career or technical diploma (minimum of two years post-secondary credit) from a recognized Canadian or international post-secondary institution, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 (equated to the UFV grading scheme), calculated on all courses taken.
Completion of a three- or four-year Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, with a minimum GPA of 2.00 (equated to the UFV grading scheme).
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
16,368