Western University

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Media & the Public Interest

Western University

Faculty:Information and Media Studies
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Mass Communication/Media Studies
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $8,000
National: $9,000
International: $47,500
Scholarships:7
Careers:Managers in Publishing

Description:

The Media and the Public Interest program is the only one of its kind in Canada and connects issues of communication and media to social justice issues such as democracy, equity, class, race, and gender. You'll get to examine social movements and how media can be used to further these causes. Some example courses in the MPI program include Alternative Media, Social Movements and Media, and Activism in Mainstream Media.

A primary goal of the program is to connect media theory learned in the classroom to real world experiences. You are encouraged to put what you learn to use. Many of the courses feature a service learning component or practicum that gives you the opportunity to volunteer in a community organization.

You can complete this program as a Bachelor or an Honours Bachelor degree. Registration in the honours degree usually begins in the second year, but admission may be gained in the third or fourth year provided you meet requirements.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 
All course prerequisites are for an Ontario curriculum. For curricula in other parts of Canada or international countries, head to our Admissions Requirements website.
Test Scores:
  • Test of Written English (part of TOEFL) [min. 5]
Application Notes : View our English Language Proficiency Requirements for more information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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