Communication and Digital Media Studies - Advanced Entry
| Degree |
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) |
|---|---|
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Science and Humanities |
| Location | Downtown Oshawa campus location |
| Start dates | September (full-time) |
| Length | Four semesters (full-time) |
| Program load |
Full-time Part-time |
| OUAC code | DDD |
Admission requirements: An Ontario college diploma or Ontario college advanced diploma (or equivalent) in Advertising and Marketing Communications Management, Broadcast and Contemporary Media, Contemporary Web Design, Digital Photography, Digital Video Production, Interactive Media Design, Journalism, Public Relations or Graphic Design.
General information
All organizations in society, including businesses, government, advocacy groups and creative industries are looking for people who understand the roles and effects of communications on society. Effective communicators must be able to navigate new media platforms as well as traditional ones. Explore the economic, political and cultural drivers as well as the impact of communications and digital media within society.
Our program will enhance your oral, written and digital communication skills. It will also develop your knowledge about how a range of media forms are changing the world, expand your cultural awareness and enrich your life in a time in which communications is everywhere and in everything.
Additional information
Communication and Digital Media Studies on the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities websiteCollege-to-university transfer programs website
Admission requirements
An Ontario college or Ontario college advanced diploma in one of the programs listed below with a minimum B-/70 per cent average:
- Advertising and Marketing Communications
- Broadcast for Contemporary Media
- Contemporary Web Design
- Digital Photography
- Digital Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Interactive Media Design
- Journalism - Broadcast and Electronic Media
- Journalism - Web and Print
- Photojournalism
- Print and Broadcast Journalism
- Public Relations
Transfer credit
In recognition of your diploma, you will receive 20 courses toward the 40-course Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree.
| Last year's cut-off | 70 per cent |
|---|---|
| Expected cut-off | Low 70s |
How to apply
The application process and important dates/deadlines are outlined on our college-to-university transfer applicant page.
Program curriculum
Sample courses:
- Communication Ethics
- Intercultural Communication
- New Media Theory and Practice
- Persuasion
- Work in the Information Age
More information is available in the Academic Calendar. Courses are subject to change without notice.
Experiential learning
Students at the university have many different opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings. With more than 300 industry and community partner organizations, students have a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities available to them.
In your fourth year of study, you will have the opportunity to participate in a practicum placement with a community organization.
Career opportunities
- Communications specialist
- Creative director
- Digital media strategist
- Freelance content creator
- Journalist
- Professional editor
- Public relations officer
- Social media
Success stories
"When my adventure started at Ontario Tech, I was amazed by how welcomed I was by my classmates and professors. Wherever I went, whatever I needed, there was always someone there to guide me throughout the process. Thanks to my professors, not only did I learn theories of communication, but I was also taught how to apply them when using popular social mediums of today. My classmates and I always had the opportunity to share our opinions during lectures, which created diversified discussions that enhanced our ideologies. No matter how you want to develop your future self, this university is the perfect place to start, as you will live in an environment of growth and success."
- Sarah Alghoul
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Communication, class of 2014
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