Carleton University

Journalism (BJ)

Carleton University

Faculty:Faculty of Public and Global Affairs
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Journalism
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $7,980
National: $9,709
International: $41,384

Domestic fees: Visit Carleton's website for domestic costs

International fees: Visit Carleton's website for international costs.

Listed costs include compulsory fees.



Scholarships:22
Careers:Managers in PublishingEditorsJournalists and Reporters

Description:

Develop your journalism and storytelling skills in dynamic hands-on workshops, focusing on high-quality work delivered via text, audio, video and various digital media. Explore how to gather, organize, write and report information with an understanding of the laws connected to the media, from freedom of speech to privacy and libel. Develop skills that will open doors to countless exciting careers. A Bachelor of Journalism with a concentration in Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Journalism and Humanities are also available, as well as a combined honours degree in one of many other subjects. Your career: author; advertising; broadcasting; communications; content generation; diplomat; journalist; law; media production; public relations; storytelling

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*78 to 82
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 

Admission Requirements

  • OSSD with six Grade 12 courses at the 4U or 4M level
  • Prerequisite courses must be at the 4U level with no individual grade below 60%
  • Grade 12 English 4U is recommended for all degrees
  • Grade 12 4U/4M credits for co-op work experience will not be considered as part of the six courses
  • Required Courses
  • Journalism:
  • English
  • Journalism, Major in Health Sciences Concentration:
  • English
  • One Math credit
  • Biology or Chemistry
  • Students are expected to present a minimum percentage grade and prerequisite average. Please see the chart below for minimum cut-off ranges. Grade ranges apply to the overall and prerequisite average.
  • The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program by program basis. All programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed and all requirements are subject to change.
Application Notes :

Information on English language requirements for future international students: https://admissions.carleton.ca/esl/. Students beginning their studies with an English language requirement are not eligible for admission.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further 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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